Child Start’s CCR&R Department, also known as Child Care Aware® Region 2, Provides many services to help child care professionals succeed at their business. Check-out all we do by following the links!
Improve the quality of your child care business
Professional Development
CCR&R provides in-service training and professional development for early childhood professionals. You can find information about our regular training listings, on-site trainings, online trainings, higher education, special events, core competencies, CDA, and the Director’s Credential in this section.
Quality Initiatives
Join a quality project and receive a year’s worth of special support and assistance for free! Many have stipends or grants attached. Projects change year to year so visit this section for the latest opportunities!
News & Advocacy
Stay informed! You will find the most recent newsletter and announcements on the News page. Learn how to make a impact on children and the early childhood field through the Advocacy page!
Support the unique needs of your business
Membership
Save Money, Save Time with a Professional Membership! Members save money on trainings and more. Visit this section to learn more!
Referral & Marketing
The Referral Service helps spread the word and keeps your vacancies filled. This free service works best with frequent updating. Learn more in this section.
Coaching & Technical Assistance
As a child care professional, you may run into a situation that is difficult to resolve. Child Start’s CCR&R Program Specialists are ready to help you tackle these situations and answer questions to help you provide a high quality learning environment for any age. Visit this section to learn more about this free service.
Journey On The Go
Journey On The Go is a fun experience for the children in your care and a learning opportunity for yourself or your teachers. Visit this section to learn more!
Laminating, Accu-cut & Binding
Keep previous creations safe, create new experiences and keep your business organized. Learn more in this section!