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Identifying Developmental Milestones in Children
03/19/2024Developmental Screening Developmental screening offers child care professionals a rapid, evidence-informed appraisal of children's developmental status and supports determination of whether young children are attaining expected milestones. When providers implement standardized screening in conjunct... Identifying Developmental Milestones in Children
How can child care programs best support infant and toddler development?
07/06/2026Infant and toddler development is the work you do every day. When you hold, talk, play, and watch a baby, you help build the brain. This article is for directors and #caregivers who want simple, practical steps to support #infants and #toddlers so their #development grows through warm #play. Use the... How can child care programs best support infant and toddler development?
Goodbye Glitter Glue, Hello Growth: Child Development Milestones to Watch for in the New Year
01/07/2025As we step into a new year, it is a perfect moment for #parents and caregivers to reflect on the #growth-and #development of their children. Consider starting with Brighter Futures: Social-Emotional Development and Watch Me Grow: School-Age Development from ChildCareEd to plan goals and activities. ... Goodbye Glitter Glue, Hello Growth: Child Development Milestones to Watch for in the New Year
Organizing Your CDA Portfolio
07/04/2008Candidates seeking a national CDA certification, must complete a suggested minimum sequence of modules to cover areas of training required by the National CDA. Candidates must also complete 480 hours of working with children in the age range for which they are being assessed. Our trainings ca... Organizing Your CDA Portfolio
Now Available: Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide
05/13/2016Now Available: Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide The Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide is now available. This guide provides an overview of careers in early childhood education in Maryland, covering Direct Services and Supportive Services roles, recommended education and training pathways, ... Now Available: Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide
How can North Carolina providers read infant cues to improve care?
07/14/2026Reading infant signals is a daily skill that makes the difference between a calm, #responsive classroom and one that feels chaotic. This guide is written for North Carolina child care directors and providers who want practical systems, evidence-based reasons, and quick steps to help staff notice and... How can North Carolina providers read infant cues to improve care?
Emergency Preparedness in Georgia Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
04/29/2026Emergencies can happen any time. This article helps Georgia child care providers know what to have ready, how to practice steps with staff and children, and what to write down. Use simple tools, teach calm routines, and keep records that show you are prepared. For templates and a full plan, see the... Emergency Preparedness in Georgia Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
How can my classroom be ready for an emergency?
05/05/2026Every child care classroom needs a clear plan so adults can keep kids safe when something unexpected happens. This short guide helps directors and providers build a plan, practice it, talk to families, and keep supplies ready. Use the ideas below with your program rules — state requirements ... How can my classroom be ready for an emergency?
Emergency Preparedness in Illinois Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
04/29/2026Keep practicing, keep documenting, and thank you for keeping children safe. As a director or provider in Illinois, you keep children safe every day. This short guide helps you build a clear plan for emergencies: what to have, how to practice it, and what to write down. It uses simple steps you ca... Emergency Preparedness in Illinois Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
How Can California Early Childhood Educators Keep Classrooms Safe During Earthquake Drills and Daily Routines?
05/07/2026Every day you care for young children, and you want them to be safe if the ground shakes. This guide gives simple, practical steps that California #early childhood teachers and directors can use during earthquake drills and in daily routines. Put plans on the wall, practice often, and keep supplies ... How Can California Early Childhood Educators Keep Classrooms Safe During Earthquake Drills and Daily Routines?
