This video provides the information that is needed for initial/renewing child care providers (Type III, R, U, and M) to maintain CCAP funding through the Department of Education. There is information on new legislative rules and tips for marketing your child care center. 

There is also a section on dealing with Mixed-age groups and understanding the developmental progressions of the children in your care. By the end of the video, you should have a better understanding of what is expected of you as a CCAP funded provider.

Pre-service Orientation Course agenda:

I.      Role of the CCAP Provider

               a.       Defining CCAP Provider Types

               b.      Responsibilities of the CCAP Provider

               c.       Strengths of the CCAP Provider

II.     Professionalism in Child Care

               a.       Marketing your Business

               b.      Choosing the Environment

               c.       Setting up the Environment

               d.      Creating Policies

               e.      Professional Development 

III.    Compliance

IV.    Provider Certification Checklist

V.     Provider Agreement

VI.    Criminal Background Check

VII.   TOTS

VIII.  First Aid & CPR

IX.    Training Requirements

X.     Emergency Preparedness

XI.    Record-Keeping

XII.   It’s All About the Children