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Get the Home Visitor CDA
02/14/2023How to Obtain the CDA Home Visitor Credential Who are home visitors? Home visitors are professionals, usually educators, who enter children's homes to work with parents by managing home visits while establishing close working relationships with the community and other agencies to support the progr... Get the Home Visitor CDA
Child Development Associate Certification
11/08/2022The Child Development Associate Certification is the most widely recognized credential in early childhood education, and it is a key stepping stone on the path of career advancement. The CDA is based on a core set of competency standards that guide early childhood professionals toward becoming quali... Child Development Associate Certification
Science exploration during Halloween
10/10/2022Halloween is a thrilling time for children, filled with costumes, candies, and an air of mystery. For child care providers, it's an excellent opportunity to infuse excitement into learning through science exploration activities. By combining the spookiness of the season with hands-on experiments, ... Science exploration during Halloween
Rainy Days: New Ways to Play
12/23/2021As a former preschool teacher, I can remember vividly watching the weather forecast each day to see what kind of day I was going to have. Rainy days were the absolute worst news I could get, especially if the rain was going to last all day, or even worse, all week! How was I po... Rainy Days: New Ways to Play
Active Play to Support Learning
11/14/2022Physical development during the early childhood years consists of developing bones, muscles, nerves, and physical skills, resulting in coordination and endurance. For young children, active play also goes hand in hand with learning, communicating, and connecting with people and the world around the... Active Play to Support Learning
How To Become a Licensed Home Daycare Provider In Montgomery County MD
11/01/2012How to Become a Licensed Home Daycare Provider in MD 1. Contact the OCC Regional Licensing Office in Your Area Call the OCC at 240-314-1400 to request the start of your application. 2. Attend Family Child Care Orientation SessionsYou must attend and complete two orientation... How To Become a Licensed Home Daycare Provider In Montgomery County MD
Administration Courses Online
10/06/2021For Maryland Teachers - 45 hours Administration Course Online Thinking of becoming an Administrator at your childcare facility? You may not realize this, but many states require additional training for childcare center administrators. In the state of Maryland, potential administrators must complete... Administration Courses Online
Let’s Get Physical!
04/28/2022We have all heard how physical activity is good for you, but have we ever wondered what benefits it provides children? We know children need to run and develop their gross motor muscles, but what other benefits does running after a ball have? According to early childhood research by ACT Health, s... Let’s Get Physical!
Free CDA Introduction Course
10/25/2022ChildCareEd is proud to offer a FREE course detailing the CDA Credentialing process. CDA Introduction 1 Hour In this course, providers will learn what it takes to obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. For many in the early childhood education field, the CDA Credential i... Free CDA Introduction Course
45 Hour Training: Lead Caregiver Requirements in Michigan
12/04/2023In the realm of #early-childhood-education, the role of lead caregivers is paramount. These dedicated professionals play a vital role in shaping the foundation of a child's #development. In Michigan, becoming a lead caregiver comes with specific requirements, and ChildCareEd is here to provide the n... 45 Hour Training: Lead Caregiver Requirements in Michigan
