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The Child Care and Development Fund health and safety requirements for providers receiving federal financial assistance include training in: preventio...

The Child Care and Development Fund health and safety requirements for providers receiving federal financial assistance include training in: the preve...

Understanding and preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma are essential skills for providers working with infants and toddlers. These ...

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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.

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