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Juneteenth Crafts and Stories
06/23/2023Celebrate Juneteenth with Crafts and Stories On June 15, 2021, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed the #Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. The passage of this act established the country's newest federal holiday. Check out some of the activities and information ... click to continue There ... Juneteenth Crafts and Stories
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Juneteenth and Father's Day
09/23/2022Juneteenth & Father's Day This Sunday we have the chance to celebrate Fathers and our country's newest holiday celebrating Freedom and Diversity. Father's Day became official in the early 20th century and Juneteenth became official in 2021. Take a few minutes to learn a bit on the origins of ... Juneteenth and Father's Day
CDA in South Dakota and how ChildCareEd can help!
05/23/2024The CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential matters for South Dakota early childhood educators. If you work in a center or family child care home, preparing for the CDA can strengthen your practice, help meet state education expectations, and support career advancement. Start by exploring Child... CDA in South Dakota and how ChildCareEd can help!
CDA and Subscriptions
03/27/2023CDA and Subscriptions Advance your career by getting your Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. It's easy when you can do it online for just $99 a year. ChildCareEd offers full, self-paced 120-hour CDA training options such as the CDA Preschool Credential and the CDA Infant/Toddler Cr... CDA and Subscriptions
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?
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
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
Georgia Childcare Providers: This Certification Could Change Your Career Forever!
02/11/2025In Georgia, the demand for skilled and knowledgeable childcare professionals is growing, driven by an increasing recognition of the critical impact #earlychildhood-education has on lifelong learning and success. However, with this demand comes the necessity for ongoing professional development to en... Georgia Childcare Providers: This Certification Could Change Your Career Forever!
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
