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Nutrition Guidelines for Infants and Young Children in Child Care
12/28/2025Why Is Good Nutrition So Important? As a child care provider, you do more than just watch children. You help them grow. You help their brains #develop. One of the best ways to do this is through food. Imagine a car. If you put bad gas in a car, it will not run well. Children are the same. Their bo... Nutrition Guidelines for Infants and Young Children in Child Care
Emergency Preparedness Plans for Child Care Programs
12/28/2025Why Do You Need a Plan? Imagine it is a normal Tuesday. The children are eating a snack. Suddenly, the fire alarm goes off. Or maybe the lights go out because of a big storm. What do you do? As a child care provider, you are the captain of the ship. Parents trust you to keep their children #safe, ... Emergency Preparedness Plans for Child Care Programs
Behavior Management Techniques That Align with Developmentally Appropriate Practice
12/28/2025What Does "Developmentally Appropriate" Mean? You might hear the phrase "Developmentally Appropriate Practice" (DAP) a lot. It sounds fancy, but it is actually very simple. It means treating children in a way that fits their age and stage of #growth. Think about shoes. You would not ask a 2-year-o... Behavior Management Techniques That Align with Developmentally Appropriate Practice
Unlocking Opportunities: The Maryland Voucher Program Empowering Childcare Educators
04/17/2024Unlocking Opportunities: The Maryland Voucher Program Empowering Childcare Educators In the dynamic world of childcare education, staying updated with the latest training and certifications is not just a choice but a necessity. Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) understands this, wh... Unlocking Opportunities: The Maryland Voucher Program Empowering Childcare Educators
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12/29/2025As the holiday season approaches, it's the perfect time to enhance your skills and knowledge in child care while saving a significant amount of money! With a staggering $1,799.25 in coupons expiring soon, there's no better opportunity to invest in your professional development. Here’s a roundup of... Don't Miss Out: $1,799.25 in Coupons Expiring Soon!
CDA Subject Areas Explained for Early Childhood Educators in Minnesota
12/26/2025The Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is a nationally recognized credential that shows an #early-childhood- #educator has the knowledge and skills needed to support young children’s growth and learning. In Minnesota, earning a CDA can help educators meet professional development goa... CDA Subject Areas Explained for Early Childhood Educators in Minnesota
CDA Subject Areas Explained for Early Childhood Educators in Michigan
12/26/2025The Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is one of the most recognized #early-childhood education credentials in the United States. It shows that you understand how young children grow and learn, and that you can support children in a safe, nurturing environment. In Michigan... CDA Subject Areas Explained for Early Childhood Educators in Michigan
Instructor-Led Training, CPR, and Medication Administration Courses with ChildCareEd
12/10/2025Frequently asked questions For in-class/instructor-led trainings, do I have to attend the entire session? Yes, attendance and participation are mandatory for all in-class training sessions to meet the required clock hours. Any missed classes or hours will need to be made up before a cert... Instructor-Led Training, CPR, and Medication Administration Courses with ChildCareEd
Child Care News in Florida: Key Updates for Families and Providers
12/24/2025Child care continues to be a major issue for families, #early-education professionals, and policymakers across Florida in 2025. With rising costs, legislative changes, funding debates, and workforce challenges, many Florida communities are feeling the effects. This article breaks dow... Child Care News in Florida: Key Updates for Families and Providers
Child Care News in New York: What Families, Providers & Policymakers Need to Know
12/24/2025Child care remains one of the most pressing concerns for families, #educators, and leaders across New York State and New York City. Rising costs, funding battles, new programs, and ambitious policy proposals are shaping the landscape as communities strive to support children’s #early #developm... Child Care News in New York: What Families, Providers & Policymakers Need to Know
