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Provider Requirement Levels
Maine Roads to Quality Credentials Includes specialized credentials for "Infant Toddler," "Youth Development," and "Director."
- Steps to achieve: Complete specific training hours and a portfolio review through the Maine Roads to Quality network.
Reimbursable Training Information through the State
- Maine Roads to Quality (MRTQ) Professional Development Network:
- Educational Tuition/Book Scholarship: Covers costs for ECE coursework.
- Quality Improvement Awards: Financial bonuses for programs/staff achieving higher steps on the career lattice.
- Apply: MRTQ PDN
- T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Maine: Administered by Maine AEYC.
Opening a Childcare Facility in Maine
- Agency: Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - Office of Child and Family Services (Children's Licensing).
- Contact: 207-287-9300
- Email: childcarelicensing.dhhs@maine.gov
- Website: Maine Child Care Licensing
- Steps: Attend a Child Care Licensing Orientation meeting (schedule posted on MRTQ website) and submit an application.
Training we do not offer
- Mandated Reporter: Maine requires the specific "Maine Mandated Reporter" training (available online for free via the state DHS).
- Licensing Orientation: Must be the official state-run session.
Please verify with your specific state or local licensing agency to ensure our training courses meet your current regulatory requirements.
