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Resources for Child Care ProvidersChild care providers, to log in to the Great Start Child Care database, click on the Great Start Connect button below. On that screen, you will scroll down and click on the "Log In" button.
The ECIC Great Start for Kids website has a host of helpful information relating to early childhood. Click on the logo below.
Child Care Enhancement Program (CCEP) Having behavioral issues with children in your care? Contact a Child Care Enhancement Program (CCEP) in your area for free assistance!CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS FREE PROGRAM! For Northeast Lower Penninsula, contact Rene Beyette, 231-947-2255, ext. 8145. For the Eastern Upper Penninsula, contact Angie Van Tossell, 906-482-4880. CCEP programs can help providers with questions about infants or toddlers who show these behaviors: Infant: Shows little preference for any particular adult Resists holding Cries for prolonged periods Rarely makes eye contact with others Doesnt show interest in people or things going on around him or her Doesnt respond to simple games like peek-a-boo Doesnt smile; often appears sad Shows any loss of language or social skills
Shows any of the behaviors listed under the Infant on the previous slide Exhibits inappropriate aggressive behaviors (e.g., biting, hitting, kicking, tantrums) Has no real fear of danger Has a very high activity level Fixates on a single object Makes repetitive body motions such as rocking or hand-flapping Has sleeping difficulties Shows little preference for any particular adult Shows no fear of strangers Does not turn to familiar adults for comfort or help Exhibits significant language delays, especially: ό No single words by 16 months ό No two-word spontaneous phrases by 24 months (although may be repeating words over and over)
When you are a child care provider, you are
teaching children in one form or another. It is important that your
environment is one of quality. The most important years are the first 5
years of a child's life due to the importance of brain development during this
time, and brain development is affected by a child's environment.
Choose to be a QUALITY CHILD CARE PROVIDER!!
Click here for information on child care provider trainings available. Become an accredited child care provider! What is accreditation? It is a good way to work toward and prove the quality of your program. In order to receive accreditation, you need to meet high standards and criteria in many areas. For more information, see below: Click here for information on family child care provider accreditation through the NAFCC. Click here for information on child care center accreditation through NAEYC.
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