Every day, Arizona early childhood professionals meet children whose ways of being—what we call #temperament—shape how they eat, sleep, play, and respond to change. Thoughtful, research-based approaches help providers build a strong “goodness of fit” between each child and th... How Can Arizona Preschool Programs Best Understand Temperament and Behavior?
Working in early childhood is a big job. This guide helps child care directors and providers know what to look for when hiring and supporting preschool staff. You will read clear steps, simple checklists, and helpful links to learn about education, credentials, and state rules. This matters becaus... What qualifications do preschool teachers need to succeed?
DC’s #QRIS can change how your program gets money, what you buy with that money, and how teachers grow on the job. This short guide helps directors and providers understand what "capital quality" means, how QRIS uses ratings and incentives, and simple steps you can take now. It covers practi... How Does DC’s QRIS Affect Capital Quality, Child Care Programs, and Teachers?
If you are a child care director or provider in Minnesota, the Child Development Associate (#CDA) can help you grow your skills and your program. This short guide explains what the CDA is, how to earn and renew it, where to find training and money, and common mistakes to avoid. Read the steps, fol... What do Minnesota child care providers need to know about the CDA?
H&H Child Care Training (ChildCareEd) is an Internationally accredited organization that provides Continuing Education and CEU’s specialized in Early Childhood Education (ECE). H&H offers certification tracks for professional development including but not limited to: Head S... Connecticut Training Requirements
Connecticut Child Care Training You Can Trust If you work in child care in Connecticut, keeping up with professional development is essential for licensing, employment, and career growth. While Connecticut does not currently have a separate statewide approval process for training to count for licen... UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - Connecticut
What ChildCareEd’s Wyoming Approval Means ChildCareEd is a Wyoming STARS-Approved Sponsor Agency, officially recognized by the Wyoming Department of Family Services (DFS) for providing pre-service, annual training, infant/toddler training, and director-level professional development for licen... UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - Wyoming
In most states, child care providers are mandated reporters of suspected child abuse and neglect. Knowing the law, recognizing different forms of maltreatment, and following reporting procedures affects whether a child receives protective help. Providers can acquire these competencies in targeted on... Mandated Reporters: Recognize the Signs and Protect Children
Child care professionals hold a vital responsibility: recognizing when a child may be experiencing harm and taking prompt, appropriate action to protect them. This article gives directors and providers practical, legally informed, and trauma-responsive guidance for identifying possible signs of abus... How should child care providers recognize and report child abuse and neglect?
Every day you care for children and want them to be safe. Good training helps teams spot harm early, report correctly, and support children after a scary event. This short guide explains what training is, why it matters, how to pick and finish courses, and what to do when you suspect abuse. Remember... How can Child Abuse and Neglect Training keep children safe in your program?