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Current Programs for Providers
Startup Services for New Family Child Care Providers
Growing Opportunities for Family Child Care (GOFCC) provides orientation, training, technical assistance, and support to individuals that want to become family child care professionals in areas of the city where there are child care deserts.
Online Training
Great news….the 90-Hour Pre-service Training (Preschool) is now available through the eLearning platform. Go to the ONLINE CHILD CARE PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION CENTER for registration information and to see all the available high quality eLearning options available.
If you purchased elearning prior to December 7, 2021, you may continue to access those materials here. It is recommended that you complete all purchased training by June 30, 2022, prior to this website being deactivated. Should you have any questions, please contact Maryland Family Network at MCCRNinfo@marylandfamilynetwork.org.
Early Intervention Program
If you are concerned about challenging behaviors, childhood interactions, or would like to further support social emotional learning, the Early Intervention Project can provide FREE on-site consultation to Early Childhood Professionals in licensed Baltimore City child care programs serving children birth through 5.
LOCATE for Providers
LOCATE: Child Care is one (but not the only) tool that providers can use to market their programs. Program records that are complete and accurate help counselors serve the needs of parents best and help us to refer your program to parents looking for services you provide
Maryland Family Network’s LOCATE: Child Care is a comprehensive directory of child care offerings throughout the state. Because parents regularly visit this site to make informed decisions about child care, it is critically important that information be accurate and updated. The more complete your listing is, the better MFN can help parents find and choose your child care program.
Please review and, if necessary, update your record today.
Click to update your Child Care Provider Record
CDA Grant Program
Maryland Family Network, the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), and the Council for Professional Recognition are partnering to provide thousands of Maryland’s early childhood educators with financial support to help them earn the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. These financial awards will cover registration and other fees as well as books required for the program. By earning their CDA, Maryland’s child care professionals will expand their career options and have greater knowledge with which to serve young children across our state.
Helpful Links From MSDE
Other Important Data, Tools, and Resources
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Maryland State Child Care Association
Maryland State Family Child Care Association
The Family Child Care Alliance of Maryland
Baltimore City Child Care Coalition
National Association of Family Child Care
National Association for the Education for Young Children (NAEYC)
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The Baltimore City Child Care Resource Center is a member of the Maryland Child Care Resource Network with funding provided from the Maryland State Department of Education, through Maryland Family Network.