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How can child care programs support children during extreme weather events?
07/21/2026Extreme weather—heat waves, wildfires, storms, or sudden cold snaps—creates real risks for young children and real decisions for child care leaders. Want a clear, practical path to protect children, reduce staff confusion, and meet program training goals? Start by strengthening your emer... How can child care programs support children during extreme weather events?
How Can Texas Child Care Providers Make Parking Lot Safety Real After the Boerne Preschool Crash?
06/23/2026On a winter afternoon in Boerne, Texas, cars crossed a fence and hit children and staff in a preschool play area. One teacher died, and several children and staff were hurt in the crash — a sharp reminder that the parking lot is part of your #safety plan. Read on for clear, practical steps you... How Can Texas Child Care Providers Make Parking Lot Safety Real After the Boerne Preschool Crash?
How can child care centers manage safety and reduce risk every day?
06/15/2026Keeping children safe is the most important job at a child care center. This article is for directors and providers who want clear, doable steps. You will find simple actions, checks, and ideas you can use right away. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. Why does... How can child care centers manage safety and reduce risk every day?
How do we document incidents and injuries the right way in Minnesota child care?
07/01/2026If a child is hurt in your program, good notes keep children safe and help your team, families, and licensing understand what happened. This short guide shows clear steps for Minnesota child care providers to write facts, follow state rules, and use reports to improve #Minnesota care. Remember: stat... How do we document incidents and injuries the right way in Minnesota child care?
CDA
02/08/2022What is a CDA? The Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential™ is the most widely recognized credential in early childhood education (ECE), serving as a crucial professional benchmark and a formal stepping stone on the pathway to career advancement within the field. The CDA® is bas... CDA
CDA Certification Online
12/03/2021If you are looking to obtain your CDA Credential you probably already know that it requires 120 hours of coursework as well as a portfolio and a verification visit. The CDA is a big commitment but it is not without a great reward. Once you have obtained your CDA Credential in Preschool, Infant... CDA Certification Online
Nevada Initial Training Requirements Building and Physical Premises Safety
01/04/2023What are Nevada's initial training requirements for Building and Physical Premises Safety? Nevada providers, complete your initial training requirement for Building and Physical Premises Safety. All childcare providers are required to complete 2 hours of training in Building and Physical Premises S... Nevada Initial Training Requirements Building and Physical Premises Safety
Online Early Childcare Courses in Nevada
06/09/2026You work hard caring for children. Online courses can help you keep learning without leaving your program. This short guide shows Nevada child care directors and providers where to find online training, how to make sure it counts for licensing, and tips to save time and money. Use the steps below li... Online Early Childcare Courses in Nevada
What Makes a Child Care Classroom Feel Safe, Even Before a Word Is Spoken?
07/21/2026A calm, well-tuned space can tell a child "you belong here" without a single sentence. If you want practical steps to make your room feel welcoming, predictable, and emotionally safe, start with a short deep-dive into intentional space design like Classroom Setup for Child Care and pair it with trau... What Makes a Child Care Classroom Feel Safe, Even Before a Word Is Spoken?
National Responders Day
10/21/2022What is National Responders Day and when is it observed? National Responders Day is observed in late October; Congress designated a day (commonly referenced as Oct. 28) to recognize the service of firefighters, police officers, paramedics, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and 911 operators. Ch... National Responders Day
