Provider Requirement Levels
Idaho Early Childhood Educator Certificate Issued by IdahoSTARS, this certificate validates your professional development level.
Steps to achieve: Apply through IdahoSTARS with proof of your training hours and any college education.
Reimbursable Training Information through the State
- IdahoSTARS Scholarships:
- Academic Scholarship: Pays for tuition and books for ECE degrees.
- CDA Scholarship: Pays for CDA training and assessment fees.
- Apply: IdahoSTARS Financial Support
Opening a Childcare Facility in Idaho
- Agency: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) - Family and Community Services.
- Contact: 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588 (Idaho CareLine).
- Website: Idaho DHW Child Care Licensing
- Steps: Check if your City has its own license (e.g., Boise). If not, apply for the State license. Complete the "Ready, Set, Go!" orientation videos on IdahoSTARS.
Training we do not offer
- Idaho Essential Safety & Health: While we offer these topics, Idaho often requires the specific modules hosted on the IdahoSTARS training portal.
Please verify with your specific state or local licensing agency to ensure our training courses meet your current regulatory requirements.