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Over 7,000 programs serving almost 600,000 children are accredited across the nation! Annual Reports, Job Board Families of young children who attend NAEYC-accredited programs can be confident that they deliver the highest quality early care and education. Please sign in or create a new user account. Early Learning Program Accreditation. If you are interested in becoming accredited, or are currently pursuing accreditation and would like some additional support, contact info@mnaeyc-mnsaca.org. Since 1985, NAEYC's national accreditation system has set professional standards for early childhood education programs. Submit Your Annual State Conference Session Proposal, 9/7/2020 » 5/31/2021Child Development and the School-Age Child, 10/19/2020MnAEYC-MnSACA Board of Directors Retreat, 11/16/2020MnAEYC-MnSACA Board of Directors Meeting, 40 Arlington Ave. E.PO Box 17162St. Early childhood education programs with the mark of quality benefit children with greater readiness for and success in school. In 2011 Greater Twin Cities United Way partnered with the Minnesota Association for the Education of Young Children (MnAEYC) to launch the Childcare Accreditation Program (CAP) in an effort to improve the quality of childcare centers across the nine-county region. Learn more about NAEYC Accreditation here and enroll your program today! MAAP Accreditation E: info@mnaeyc-mnsaca.org, Board of Directors Submit Your Annual State Conference Session Proposal, Child Development and the School-Age Child, Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week. Events. The accreditation process leads to increased staff morale, greater staff retention, and a more positive, energetic work atmosphere overall—enabling centers to provide a solid foundation for all children's success in life. Post a Job Learn more about our support services, If you are interested in becoming accredited, or are currently pursuing accreditation and would like some additional support, contact, Deadline Extended!

Early childhood experiences—from birth to age 8—have an enormous impact on children’s lifelong learning and positively contribute to their health and development. Discover how to take charge of your accreditation process. Local and National Resources, Supporting Professionals and Promoting Quality, Accreditation Support Services & Trainings, Early Childhood Leadership Journey Series, Professional Development & Quality Resources, Early Childhood Accreditation Success Stories, State and National Resources for Quality Programming. NAEYC Accreditation helps teachers and other staff at early learning programs develop a shared understanding and commitment to quality. While there are many accrediting bodies that are recognized across the nation, we specialize in NAEYC Accreditation because it is the gold standard for early childhood programs across the country.

Advertise Paul, MN 55117-3936 We offer a variety of accreditation support services and trainings that will either prepare you to begin the accreditation process, or will help you along the way. MnSACA Awards, Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week Families of young children who attend NAEYC-accredited programs can be confident that they deliver the highest quality early care and education. Accreditation. Learn about NAEYC’s informed positions on significant issues affecting young children’s education and development. What are the Benefits of Being a NAEYC Accredited Program? Helps to build a stronger team of teachers, administrators, and families working together to improve quality for children, Improved standards for the overall program, Recognition through NAEYC, including program listing on the, Announcement of program’s accreditation in the NAEYC Early Learning News weekly newsletter to programs, members, media, and others, Use of NAEYC Accredited logo for marketing purposes, Attracts more families to enroll their children at program, MnAEYC-MnSACA is here to support you! The Minnesota Association for the Education of Young Children (MnAEYC) is a proud state affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). NAEYC-accredited programs invest in early childhood education because they believe in the benefits to children and families. Improving education is part of United Way’s core work. Since 1985, NAEYC's national accreditation system has set professional standards for early childhood education programs.

8/31/2020Deadline Extended! Deepen your professional knowledge wherever you are with NAEYC’s exciting webinar series and online and face-to-face training opportunities. CAP has made a big difference to ensure that children are ready to learn and thrive when they begin kindergarten—building a strong foundation for long-term success in school and in life. Sign In or Create an Account. If your login information is displayed below, then you are already logged in. Our mission is to serve and act on behalf of early care and education professionals in Minnesota.