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How can Michigan providers keep children safe around fireworks this Fourth of July?
06/23/2026This short guide helps #providers keep #children safe around #fireworks in #Michigan with practical #safety steps. It is written for child care directors and teachers who plan classroom celebrations or advise families. Read the quick ideas, use the numbered checklists, and share them with staff. Why... How can Michigan providers keep children safe around fireworks this Fourth of July?
How Can Oklahoma Providers Help Families After Expanded Subsidy Access for School-Age Care?
06/15/2026Oklahoma is changing how child care help works for children past pre-K. This article answers what changed, who is affected, and what providers and directors can do right now. The goal is practical steps you can use in your #Oklahoma program to keep kids safe, supported, and enrolled in quality care.... How Can Oklahoma Providers Help Families After Expanded Subsidy Access for School-Age Care?
How to Become Certified to Work in a Daycare Center
07/02/2026Working in a daycare is a big job. You care for kids and families every day. This guide explains simple steps to become certified and ready to work. You will learn the training, paperwork, tests, and tips to succeed. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. What step... How to Become Certified to Work in a Daycare Center
Can the CDA help Florida child care providers—and is it on sale now?
07/09/2026The Child Development Associate (CDA) is a helpful step for many Florida child care providers. This article explains what the CDA is, how it helps your program and staff, how to earn it in Florida, and ways centers can support learners. We also share links to training and tools from ChildCareEd an... Can the CDA help Florida child care providers—and is it on sale now?
How can the CDA help Pennsylvania child care providers — and is it on sale now?
07/07/2026Thinking about the #CDA? This article explains what the Child Development Associate credential is, how Pennsylvania providers earn it, why it matters, and how to save money right now. Read on for clear steps, helpful links, and practical tips you can use at your program. Remember: state requirements... How can the CDA help Pennsylvania child care providers — and is it on sale now?
Supporting your work toward the CDA Credential
06/19/2023The CDA Council’s Webinar Series is here to help! If you are preparing for the CDA, ChildCareEd provides dedicated 120-hour training pathways to satisfy the coursework requirement; two examples are the CDA Preschool Credential and the CDA Infant/Toddler Credential. Pair webinar guidance with t... Supporting your work toward the CDA Credential
Early Childhood Education for Teachers
08/02/2022With a new school year approaching, many individuals may be rethinking their future careers and considering a career in early childhood education. Working with young children is one of the most rewarding jobs available today because you can help build a child's early learning foundation and help the... Early Childhood Education for Teachers
The Role of Teachers in Child Growth and Development
06/22/2026Young children learn fast. Teachers help that learning every day by supporting a child’s whole self — body, mind, feelings, and words. In this article you will find clear, practical steps to use in your #preschool classroom. We focus on simple routines, play, relationships, and family pa... The Role of Teachers in Child Growth and Development
CDA Scholarships in Georgia: How DECAL Scholars Can Help Providers
05/13/2026If you work in early childhood care in #Georgia this short guide helps you understand how DECAL Scholars can help you earn a #CDA. It explains what the program pays for, how to apply, and practical steps you can take today. What is DECAL Scholars and how does it fund CDA training? DECAL Scholars... CDA Scholarships in Georgia: How DECAL Scholars Can Help Providers
Why Florida Loves CDA: The Value of Certification in a Growing Field
06/03/2025Florida's #early-childhood-education (ECE) landscape is vibrant and rapidly expanding, driven by a growing population and an increasing understanding of the critical importance of early learning experiences. In this dynamic environment, the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential® has emerg... Why Florida Loves CDA: The Value of Certification in a Growing Field
