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How to Earn Your CDA Certification in Virginia
04/23/2026Ready to grow your career and support young children in Virginia? This guide walks you through the steps to earn your Child Development Associate (#CDA) credential in #Virginia. You will find: where to train, how to build your #portfolio, how to schedule the exam, and how the credential helps your #... How to Earn Your CDA Certification in Virginia
New Courses in Professionalism
03/02/2021One of the big questions of professionalism is "Why teach it?" For many, professionalism is a field that is not explicitly taught--it is assumed that people will naturally learn it while building their careers. One of the biggest challenges in teaching professionalism is defining what "profess... New Courses in Professionalism
How can DC early childhood educators show professionalism in daily child care routines?
05/19/2026Working in DC child care is busy, important work. Showing #professionalism in your #routines helps keep children safe, builds trust with #families, and keeps staff feeling respected. Use clear habits every day so your center runs smoothly. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licensi... How can DC early childhood educators show professionalism in daily child care routines?
How can early childhood programs build and sustain professionalism?
07/22/2026Strong professional practice is the backbone of reliable, high-quality care: it protects #children, builds family trust, and helps teams grow. Want practical steps you can use today to strengthen expectations, support staff, and meet program goals? A focused course like Professional Presence in Earl... How can early childhood programs build and sustain professionalism?
How Can Washington Early Childhood Educators Practice Professionalism with Children, Families, and Staff?
05/19/2026Professionalism means treating everyone with respect, keeping children safe, and staying curious about learning. This article helps Washington directors and #educators practice strong, simple professional habits with children, #families, and staff. We include quick steps, tools you can use today, an... How Can Washington Early Childhood Educators Practice Professionalism with Children, Families, and Staff?
Why Does Professionalism Matter for Oklahoma Early Childhood Educators?
05/19/2026Professionalism is more than a dress code. For Oklahoma early childhood educators, it means choices and habits that keep children safe, families trusting your program, and staff growing together. This short guide helps directors and providers understand what professionalism looks like at work, why i... Why Does Professionalism Matter for Oklahoma Early Childhood Educators?
Terrible Two's Can Be Terribly Fun!
07/04/2008The “terrible twos” can be a wonderfully active period of discovery, growing independence, and rapid development. Two-year-olds are expanding their language, testing physical abilities, expressing strong emotions, and learning how the world works through repetition and hands-on play. Thi... Terrible Two's Can Be Terribly Fun!
Daycare Center Requirements in Maryland
04/28/2026Running a child care center in Maryland means following clear rules so children stay safe and staff stay legal. This short guide answers common questions for center directors and providers. You will find simple steps for staff ratios, training, records, opening a center, and daily practices. Remembe... Daycare Center Requirements in Maryland
New Child Care Regulations in Virginia for 2026
05/21/2026Virginia passed several important changes in 2026 that affect child care programs. These updates touch on background checks, health records, new center standards, and tougher penalties for unlicensed care. Read this short guide for simple steps you can take now. These updates affect #Virginia #regul... New Child Care Regulations in Virginia for 2026
Basic Health and Safety Promotion
06/27/2019Maryland child care directors, family providers, and staff must meet MSDE health and safety training expectations to protect children and remain licensable. This article explains what Maryland requires, which topics approved Basic Health & Safety trainings cover, and how to document and implemen... Basic Health and Safety Promotion
