ECD 122 Essentials of Early Care and Education I

"The CDA national credentialing program is a professional development opportunity for early educators working in a variety of settings with children ages birth to 5 years old and their families to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the early childhood education field."

"The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is a professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children."

"To support and leverage a nationwide network of providers and partners in expanding and promoting the power of family child care."

"Our mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. At ZERO TO THREE, we envision a society that has the knowledge and will to support all infants and toddlers in reaching their full potential".

"The purpose of these Early Childhood Standards of Quality for Birth to Kindergarten is to support the growth and development of all children throughout the state, birth to kindergarten; to support early childhood professionals in recognizing individual developmental trajectories and expressions of learning; and to guide programs toward the highest quality in their operations."

"The mission of the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children is to promote high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research."

"MIChild is a health care program provided through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). "

"Child Care Network’s mission is to promote the success of children, families and our community through quality child care education, advocacy and family support."

"Free quality preschool programs are available in every community for Washtenaw County residents, with teachers who are highly qualified and skilled in working with young learners. "

"Mission: To ensure that every Washtenaw County family has access to a comprehensive and collaborative system of community-based early childhood programs, services and supports."