Central objective: Learn Early Childhood Education training requirements for early childhood educators and child care centers—including required credentials, mandated training hours, and ongoing professional development. Supporting elements: curated related articles (e.g., New York’s 30‑Hour Rule, ECE professional development and career planning) plus sections for contextually related trainings, resources, and jobs (note: courses, resources, and jobs currently unavailable). Use this page to clarify compliance and plan your continuing-education pathway.