MSDE and other State offices will be closed on the following days:
January 1, 2024 New Year's Day
January 15, 2024 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
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Proposed
Early Childhood
Regulations
MSDE regulations are regularly evaluated and updated. The purpose of the review is to determine whether the regulations are necessary for the public interest, continue to be supported by statutory authority and judicial opinion, or are appropriate for amendment or repeal.
Upon visiting the website, please sign up for e-mail notifications, and you will be sent an e-mail when new regulations and updates have been made to the page. Click on the link below for updates regarding regulation amendments for the MSDE, Division of Early Childhood, including :
- Regulation and Regulatory Review
- Emergency Regulations
- Proposed Regulations
- Regulations Impacting Small Businesses
Review the Proposed DEC Regulations
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New Child Care Provider Portal
Maryland State Department of Education is excited to announce the launch of its new Child Care Provider Portal!
All providers who participate in the Child Care Scholarship (CCS) program are required to register and use the Provider Portal for all scholarship related tasks, such as, but not limited to, invoicing, attendance, and scholarship enrollment.
Effective November 20, 2023, do not mail, email, or fax documents to the CCS program. All forms for the CCS program must be uploaded and submitted through the Child Care Provider Portal. In addition, providers not participating in the CCS program can register to use the Provider Portal to complete limited actions related to licensing requirements, (i.e., uploading documents).
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Have Questions?
Attend an Office of Child Care Information Session. Each month a branch will share news and updates. Submit any questions or comments you have during the registration process. Answers will be provided during the Listening Session or emailed to you directly.
All sessions are 6:00-7:00PM
Register at the beginning of each month on our website.
December - No Session
January 25 - Maryland EXCELS
Missed a session? Check out previous recordings and presentations.
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Licensing Inspection Survey
There is now a Licensing Inspection Survey that is being emailed to you after each inspection for you to provide feedback regarding the customer service during your inspection. Be sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive your inspection report and/or the survey link. You may also scan the QR code with your phone.
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Recently Updated Forms or Documents
Maryland Accreditation Orientation is Now Online!
The new Maryland Accreditation orientation is online, mobile-friendly, and has self-paced modules that guide you in understanding and preparing for the accreditation process. Participants can begin at any time and progress at their convenience.
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No Cost Professional Development Program for Early Childhood Educators from Kennedy Krieger
Funded by MSDE, our Maryland Rebuilds – Early Learning Model of Excellence program targets early literacy and math, social-emotional learning and behavioral support, inclusive instruction, and family engagement. We offer a range of opportunities for childcare providers. Incentives are available for participants. Registration is currently open. Additional information and FAQs are available on webpage. Email rebuilds@kennedykrieger.org if you would like to learn more.
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Push to Pre-K Sessions
Do you want to grow your child care business?
Are you looking to access State prekindergarten grants next school year?
We've created Push to Pre-K to empower child care providers with the tools they need to tap into State prekindergarten grants.
Learn more
Components of an Educational Program, Defining High-Quality Pre-K, & Finding Qualified Staff Members – January 24, 2024 1-2:30pm
Grant Writing Tips – February 7, 2024 1-2pm
Maryland EXCELS Participation – Recording Available
Licensing Requirements – Recording Available
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Family Child Care Apprenticeship Program
The Family Child Care Alliance of Maryland is launching an apprenticeship program for FCC providers!
Apprentices receive training, computers, mentoring, and wages for working full-time with an experienced mentor. Contact jody.lamberti@fccamd.org for information.
Apply
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Calling Montgomery County & Eastern Shore Programs!
Shape the future of ECE by hosting apprentices in your classrooms. Apprentices will be paid through Maryland Early EdCorp funding as they earn their CDA and learn from your staff. Act now to strengthen your team and invest in the local workforce! Connect with earlyedcorp@umd.edu
More info
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Southern Maryland Credential Workgroup Session
Get assistance with your MSDE credential application no matter where you are in the process. Open to all Southern Maryland child care providers (home, large family home, & center) January 29, 2024, 6-8pm at Leonardtown Public Library.
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The Council for Professional Recognition, Maryland State Department of Education, and Maryland Family Network have partnered to offer funding to help you earn or renew your Child Development Associate® (CDA) credential. And now, fully funded CDA® training is available for Maryland early childhood educators! Training options are available for CDA
candidates and renewal applicants. Don’t miss out on this exciting professional development opportunity.
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Earn Your CDA Online On Your Time
Advance your career and earn your Child Development Associate (CDA) online with Miss Trish's all-inclusive CDA Program!
- Learn from anywhere at any time online
- IACET accredited
- Support from licensed educators
- 120 hours of training | 12 CEUs
- Free Professional Portfolio review
Contact Us Today! 833-678-7474 contact@misstrish.net
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Eastern Shore Family Child Providers Needed
Are you a FCCP/LFCC on the Eastern Shore? Have you been licensed for at least 3 years & interested in healthy lifestyles? If so, please contact Dr. Spencer for more details. Those who compete the demographic survey and the self-assessment will get a gift card thanks to the ESCCRC!
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BCCCRC's Growing Opportunities for Family Child Care (GOFCC)
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN STARTING A FAMILY CHILD CARE BUSINESS IN YOUR HOME?
We offer a program, called GOFCC that provides FREE training & technical assistance to individuals. Requirements to participate: Live in Baltimore City & 18 years of age or older Want to have a child care business in your home
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45 Hour Zero to Three Critical Competencies for Infant- Toddler Educators
Special price $0 - FREE
Funding being provided by MSDE/MFN. We are having a pre-series Mandatory Session on December 12,2023 @ 12:00pm to review training logistics. This 15 Session series will start on January 8 and run though January 30,2024 This training is being held Virtual on Zoom 12:00pm-3:00pm
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2024 National Leadership Conference
Celebrate Child Care’s Resilient Past and LEAD the Way to a Sustainable Future at the 2024 National Leadership Conference, April 25-27, 2024 in Austin, Texas. For more details and registration (approval # CWO-162187) contact our team at conference@necpa.net or 855-706-3272.
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MCCRN Infant Toddler Symposium Reignite Your Passion: Infant & Toddler Play Edition
Join us in this Engaging symposium designed exclusively for Infant/Toddler Educators, where we integrate two dynamic workshops into one collaborative theme focused on play for our youngest learners.
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45-hour Director-Administration Online Training
Unlock the potential of your early childhood program with Care Courses' comprehensive online course created for Maryland directors and administrators. This course explores the multifaceted aspects of program management, from mastering financial oversight to cultivating a motivated workforce.
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Nurtured By Nature PDI
Let's welcome the new year with a new training, “Nurtured by Nature" PDI. Our day will focus on slowing down, woodworking skills and nature connection in order to gain confidence in following the child and spending more time outside.
January 20, 2024
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January Trainings with BCCCRC for just $10.00
Step into 2024 ready with your COK training hours. Sign up for a training for just $10.00.
January 10- Active Supervision for Family Child Care
January 13- Baby Blocks
January 17- So What are PAU's and How Do I Get Them?
January 18- Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Child's Perspective
$5.00 Virtual Professional Development Institute Opportunity
Join us for a part II discussion, we will continue our reflective and open collective learning regarding equity and justice focused implementation of inclusiveness in child care settings for staff, children, and families.
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45 Hour Preservice Courses
Advance your Professional Development with CMS MSDE approved 5 Pre-Service trainings online $199 each 45 Hour Child Growth & Development 45 Hour Infant/Toddler Methods & Materials 45 Hour Preschool Methods & Materials 45 Hour School Age 45 Hour Director (Administration)
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FREE! "Supporting Maryland's Multilingual Children The WIDA Years Essential Actions"
Supporting multilingual children enhances their cognitive abilities, contributes to their social-emotional development, and fosters an inclusive classroom environment. All children are language learners! Investigate available professional development opportunities in January and February.
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Including All Children and the Americans with Disabilities Act
This workshop will provide participants with an understanding of the requirements for ADA and inclusionary practices. Participants will leave with a better understanding of best practices and available resources. This training will meet the 3 hour training requirement for MSDE.
January 3, 2024
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Expand your knowledge on seizures and seizure disorders. Join our TA sessions featuring guest expert from PACT World of Care. Thanks to the Maryland State Department of Education STCCCP grant, you can participate for just $5.
January 11, 2024
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45-hour Coaching & Mentoring Series (English & Spanish language series)
This virtual training series provides information and strategies to build your coach/mentor skills. This series meets the requirements for the Maryland Credential Administrator Level 4 requirements and awards 45 Core of Knowledge hours in Professionalism. English series begins 2/1/2024 & Spanish on 2/20/24.
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Ready for 2024?!
XYZ is planning some awesome opportunities for educators to continue meeting their licensing requirements in 2024. Check out our Self-Study Programs by the website.
Click here to receive our 2024 calendar!
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Professional Development Workshops presented by Linda Bratcher
January
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4th Including Children with Special Needs in Your Program
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11th Effects of Family Dynamics
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15th Warm Up to Winter
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16th Financial Strategies for Childcare Module 1
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23rd Loose Parts Play
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30th Storytelling in the Early Years
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Do you need support responding to challenging behaviors?
Join UMD’s study of Maryland's statewide program to nurture children's social-emotional well-being. Teachers receive classroom-based support from specialists and consultation on specific behavioral concerns, plus $300. Center Directors receive $200. Learn strategies while helping us document the impact of social-emotional supports for young children.
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Working with Families of Young Children with Exceptionalities
January 6, 2024
In partnership with MSDE, and in conjunction with Maryland Rebuilds, Towson University's Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Access team announces our new 'Saturday Spring Speaker Series.' This series is free & virtual! Our first event, focused on families, is scheduled for Saturday, January 6th at 9:00 a.m. Please register now to secure your spot!
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