What does it mean for you and
your child?
Accredited homes and centers voluntarily measure
up to national standards of quality that have been established by
national child care organizations.
Programs that are accredited have gone beyond
minimum licensing standards and have made a commitment to provide
the kind of care, attention, and stimulating activities that you and
your children require.
Caregivers in many accredited programs take part
in on-going child development training. Trained caregivers are more
likely to understand children’s needs at different ages, plan
appropriate activities, and interact with children in warm and
stimulating ways. They are also more likely to provide positive
guidance for children, rather than harsh discipline.
Parents who use accredited programs are very happy
with them! These programs undergo in-depth self-assessments,
independent observation and approval by professional experts.
Benefits
of Accreditation:
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Improves the quality of programs available for children and
families
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Provides professional and public recognition for quality programs
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Assists
parents in their search for quality programs for their children
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Assures
contributors to programs of a sound investment
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Provide
national recognition that may give programs leverage to increase
resources
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Keeps
child care professionals excited about their work
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Involves the entire community in the self study process
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Motivates child care professionals pursue ongoing professional
development
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Increases provider's, teacher's and director's self-esteem
Accrediting bodies:
Child Care Centers -
National
Association for the Education of Young Children
Family Child Care -
National
Association for Family Child Care
School-Age Programs -
National
AfterSchool Association
Frequently Asked Questions about Family
Child Care Accreditation
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