CAREERS
Just getting started
If you are entering the child care profession in Delaware, you'll want to equip yourself with the tools needed to build a strong program and a successful career. As a starting point, you need to become familiar with Delaware’s licensing regulations. If you're undecided as to what type of child care program you want to provide, review the different types of care available. There are grant opportunities to help you address a specific gap in care.
Career advancement
Early care and education professionals have many opportunities to support their careers through membership in professional organizations and support groups and by reading journals. Professionals may advance through assessments and credentialing, higher education, and career changes. Learn what it takes to become a Child Development Associate, learn more about other careers in early childhood, or find out which colleges and universities in Delaware offer courses or degrees in early childhood development.
Career advisement
For more information about the Verification of Qualifications Review process visit Delaware First at The Department of Education.
Staff training
Training is recommended to stay abreast of new research, practices, and policies for professionals and their child care programs.
The T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Project® provides scholarships for CDA and coursework leading toward an Associate Degree in Early Childhood.
