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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - Wyoming
10/01/2026What 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
Mandated Reporters: Recognize the Signs and Protect Children
12/21/2021In 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
How should child care providers recognize and report child abuse and neglect?
07/15/2026Child 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?
How can Child Abuse and Neglect Training keep children safe in your program?
06/19/2026Every 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?
Feeling Stressed? Practical Ways Child Care Providers Can Recharge
12/15/2021Does the holiday season—or any sustained workflow—leave you feeling drained? Professional development can reduce burnout, sharpen coping strategies, and improve outcomes for the children and teams you serve. Consider two short, focused courses to begin: From Stress to Wellness and Stres... Feeling Stressed? Practical Ways Child Care Providers Can Recharge
The Play’s the Thing: How Children Learn, Grow, and Thrive
12/14/2021Have you ever looked at your children and wondered what they were thinking as they are fully engrossed in play? What concepts or ideas are they achieving while participating in play? Believe it or not, there are a lot of different things going on as children play. Some of the wonderful ... The Play’s the Thing: How Children Learn, Grow, and Thrive
CACFP Certification Training for CCNP and CMP Applicants
05/29/2026Are you working toward your CACFP Child Nutrition Professional (CCNP) or CACFP Management Professional (CMP) certification? ChildCareEd offers online training that may help you document continuing education hours for certain CACFP certification specialty areas. The CCNP and CMP certifications are a... CACFP Certification Training for CCNP and CMP Applicants
How do I become a child care director in Texas?
06/04/2026Becoming a child care leader feels exciting and a little big. This article walks you through the main steps to become a licensed child care director in Texas. You will learn what education and experience count, which courses help, how to apply, and how to avoid common mistakes. Remember: state req... How do I become a child care director in Texas?
What Is Play-Based Learning in Preschool and How Do We Do It Well?
06/18/2026Play-based learning means children learn by playing. When we protect time for play, children practice talking, solving problems, and working with friends. This article is for child care providers and directors who want simple steps to plan great days. You will read about what play-based learning is,... What Is Play-Based Learning in Preschool and How Do We Do It Well?
What Does Toy Story 5 Teach Us About the Power of Imaginative Play?
07/15/2026Pixar’s Toy Story 5 is more than a family film—it offers educators an engaging starting point for exploring why imaginative play matters. By placing meaningful play, rather than passive screen consumption, at the center of children’s emotional growth and peer relationships, the fil... What Does Toy Story 5 Teach Us About the Power of Imaginative Play?
