Have Child Care Scholarship Questions?
The best way for parents or providers to ask questions about their Child Care Scholarship application/case or for child care providers to ask questions about their invoice or payment is to use the below link and
submit the completed form to CCS Central 2.
Forms submitted by 5pm will be responded to by email within 3 business days.
DIRECT PARENTS TO USE THIS LINK:
Child Care Scholarship Provider Inquiry
PROVIDERS USE THIS LINK:
Child Care Scholarship Customer Inquiry
Visit money4childcare.com to get more ways to contact CCS Central 2.
CCS Reimbursement Explained
If you have a child in your program who is eligible for scholarship funds, we know you‘re eager to get paid. Completing the invoice correctly will speed up that process. Watch this short video from MSDE and Maryland Family Network which explains all you need to know to fill out the paperwork correctly. https://vimeo.com/671185163. Also available with Spanish subtitles! https://vimeo.com/672956284
Updated Isolation and Quarantine Guidance
January 6, 2022
Get the Quarantine Guidance
Consolidated COVID-19 Health and Safety Guidance for P-12 School and Child Care
October 27, 2021
Maryland Family Network (MFN) opportunities for trainers or those interested in becoming trainers!
For those interested in becoming an approved trainer by MSDE for the child care community, one of the requirements is to complete a training of trainers specific to adult learning. MFN is pleased to offer the Responsive Training Symposium (more informally known as the Training of Trainers or TOT) to support the expansion of skilled trainers throughout Maryland for the early care and education community. This 3-module (split into 6 sessions) series covers a wide range of knowledge and skills necessary to become a skilled trainer. The next series is scheduled to begin March 3, 2022 and is open for registration.
More information
Registration
Training for Child Care Providers
Search the Maryland Child Care Training Calendar
45 Hour Critical Competencies For Infant-Toddler Educators
The 45-hour course can now be taken to meet the requirement for the 45-hour Infant Toddler curriculum course. Please visit the following webpage to find a trainer and upcoming training dates.
Providers credentialed at a level 2 or higher are eligible to apply for a training voucher to attend the 45-hour Critical Competencies training.
Basic Heath & Safety
and COVID-19 Trainings
Information and registration for the FREE trainings are available here.
HCFCCA Conference
EAT, PLAY, ZEN
A DAY OF FOOD, FUN AND FOCUS
March 19, 2022
KAHLER HALL
5440 OLD TUCKER ROAD
Columbia MD 21044
Registration ends March 11,2022
Learn more and register
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Employment Opportunities with MSDE
Early Childhood Education Research & Evaluation Specialist (Research Statistician)
Child Care Licensing Specialist Trainees
Executive Associate to the Assistant Superintendent of Early Childhood
Judy Center Early Learning Hub Specialist (Education Program Specialist I)
For more MSDE job openings, visit marylandpublicschools.org
Curricula Implementation Coordinator
Other jobs in child care
Coppin State University Virtual Informational Session
Coppin State University, Department of Teaching and Learning will be conducting a virtual information session on Thursday March 3, 2022 from 6:00PM-7:00PM via Microsoft teams for prospective education students and first-time Coppin freshmen. Register Now at: HTTPS://tinyurl.com/CSTDTLINFO
Maryland Accreditation
Do you have questions about Maryland Accreditation and/or The Accreditation Support Fund?
Please visit the Maryland Accreditation Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) located on the Division of Early Childhood Maryland Accreditation Webpage.
Maryland EXCELS Additional Achievements
Maryland EXCELS has re-launched its Additional Achievements initiative for participants who provide child care services above and beyond the Maryland EXCELS Standards. Programs earn Additional Achievement badges, which are highlighted in their online profile on the Maryland EXCELS website. When using the website’s “Find A Program” feature, prospective families can easily identify programs that have attained Additional Achievements, which are: Accredited Program, Asthma & Allergy Friendly, Eco-Friendly Program, Cultural and Linguistic Competency, Health and Wellness, and Quality Business Practices. Learn how to earn an Additional Achievement badge by visiting the Maryland EXCELS website.
We Are Moving to Paperless: Complete Your Applications Online
Effective January 3, 2022, the applications below must be submitted using via Maryland OneStop. All other methods of submission have ended.
Maryland OneStop is the central hub for Maryland State licenses, forms, certificates, permits, applications, and registrations.
- New and Continuing CCCPDF Applications
- Training Voucher and Reimbursement
- Accreditation Support-Maryland Accreditation
- National Accreditation Support
CDA Funding
The Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Early Childhood provides funding to support child care providers with obtaining their Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential™ from the Council for Professional Recognition.
More information
Child Care Listening Session
The Office of Child Care will be hosting a Listening Session on Thursday, February 24th from 6:00-7:00pm. Please use the link below to register. Space is limited.
Register
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FEBRUARY 22, 2022
New Courses from Care Courses
Care Courses has two new approved Core of Knowledge courses! Discover the educational, social-emotional, and physical benefits of incorporating Music and Movement (3 clock hours) and Block Play (3 clock hours) into your center or home-based program. Visit www.carecourses.com for more information.
Family Child Care and PreK: Taking Applications March 1st
On March 1st, the Alliance will start taking applications for its PreK program, ASPIRE,. If you have a bachelor’s degree, or want to get one, attend a webinar to learn about how you can get paid to teach PreK. Register at www.fccamd.org/aspire-webinars
Free Clock Hours to Kick-Off 2022!
MPT presents: Media Literacy for Early Childhood Professionals
Join MPT to pilot Media Literacy for Early Childhood Professionals, a new online course designed to provide high-quality, interactive professional development training for early childhood providers and educators.
This free course will offer self-paced, online learning as well as two virtual, facilitated sessions over one week. In return, you will earn 6 MSDE-approved clock hours for your participation and feedback.
Learn more and register for the pilot course
Free ESL Child Care Classes On-line
Prince George’s Community College’s free online ESL courses help non-native speakers prepare for the workplace.
March 22 – June 30, 2022
Tues., Wed., Thurs., 6:00 – 10:15 p.m. – take the first 3 classes:
• Childcare 1: Childhood Growth and Development
• Childcare 1: Preschool Age
• Childcare 2: Infants and Toddlers
Summer 2022 – take the last 3 classes:
• Childcare 2: School Aged Children
• Childcare Family Business
• Communication
Register
Contact: Rebecca Boggs
boggsrx@pgcc.edu
Early Educators Leadership Conference
The 2022 EELC will be held October 5-8, 2022, in Orlando, FL Join us as we explore: Leading Career Pathways to Equity. Register Now!
2022 EELC also provides an opportunity to share your expertise with ECE professionals. If you’re interested in presenting at EELC, submit your proposal!
MSCCA Conference by the Sea 2022: Rebuilding with Resilience!
Registration is now OPEN!
Date: April 28-May 1,2022.
Event will be a hybrid model and you can attend in person or virtually.
Location: Clarion Conference Center and Hotel/Resort in Ocean City, Maryland or virtual
Keynotes include:
- Dr. Rosemarie Allen
- Dr. Allen Mallory
- Steven Hicks and Jennifer Nizer, Maryland State Department of Education
Registration closes April 7th.
Learn more & register
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