Maryland Child Care Training Requirements & Career Paths

Find the Maryland-approved training you need for lead teacher qualifications, director training, family child care provider, annual training, and MSDE voucher-eligible courses.

MSDE-approved training organization | Online and self-paced | Instructor-led and Zoom | Voucher-eligible options | Support available

Become a Lead Teacher

Complete the Maryland training path for lead teacher qualification, including the 90-Hour Certification for your age group.

 

Become a Director

Complete Maryland-approved director and administrator training and explore options for center leaders and future directors.

Become a Family Child Care Provider

Everything you need to become a family child care provider in one place.

Use an MSDE Voucher

Learn how to apply for up to $400 in vouchers to cover the cost of pre-service training!. 

Complete Annual Training

All Maryland child care professionals must complete a minimum of 12 hours of continued training every year.

CDA Training Programs & Renewal Courses

CDA programs or renewal courses for Infant/Toddler, Preschool, Family Child Care, Home Visitor, and Birth-to-Five settings.

NECPA Accreditation Support and Consulting

ChildCareEd offers personalized support and private consulting to help Maryland child care centers navigate the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA) process. We help your team understand the steps, prepare classrooms, organize documentation, and review required evidence.

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