Resources From Our Partners

Whether you are new or experienced in the early childhood and out of school time profession, understanding who the professional organizations and agencies are and what they do can be confusing. Below are links to our partners and some of the important resources everyone in the field should have and understand.

Our partners in the early childhood and out of school time field

Get to know the interconnected agencies and organizations that support early childhood and out of school time programs and professionals!

Resources and Partners

Michigan System of Quality Care and Education Training

Watch this short video about Michigan’s system of quality care and education.

Child Care Licensing

Learn more about state licensing regulatory duties.

Early Childhood Standards of Quality for Birth to Kindergarten

Learn more about the standards in place to support young children.

MI Out-of-School-Time (MOST) Standards of Quality

Learn about the standards in place to support school-age children and youth.

Great Start to Quality (GSQ)

Learn more about how GSQ supports providers of early care and education.

Council for Professional Recognition (CDA)

Learn more about how professionals in the field are supported.

Michigan YDA Certificate and Credential Program

Get certified or credentialed as a Youth Development Professional.

T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Scholarship Program

Learn how you can qualify for this scholarship opportunity.

Frequently Asked Questions

A great first step is to connect with your local Great Start to Quality Resource Center. They are staffed with individuals who truly understand the unique challenges of early care and education. They will work to help you understand what Great Start to quality has to offer, and how to get the most out of the resources available to you. Call 877-614-7328 to be connected to your local Resource Center.

T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood^® MICHIGAN is a statewide scholarship program designed to help child care center teaching staff, preschool teachers, family child care providers, group home owners, center directors, early childhood professionals and administrators meet their professional development goals, while continuing their current employment in regulated early childhood and school age care settings. Visit the T.E.A.C.H. website: https://miaeyc.org/t-e-a-c-h-scholarships/ or contact T.E.A.C.H for more information 517-351-4183 ext. 312.

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