New ONLINE graduate certificate in Prevention and Family Science at URI
New ONLINE graduate certificate in Prevention and Family Science at URI
The University of Rhode Island is pleased to announce a new, online, stackable certificate in Prevention and Family Science! This certificate can also be combined with others to lead to a fully online Master of Professional Studies degree. The Prevention and Family Science certificate comprises 4 required online courses. These courses will help adult learners […]
Curso gratis de inglés para proveedores de cuidado de niños del Genesis Center / Free English Class for Home Childcare Providers from the Genesis Center
El Genesis Center estará ofreciendo cursos gratis de inglés para proveedores de cuidado de niños. Horario de clases: martes a jueves. 6:00-8:30 p.m. Modalidad: Online / Sincrónica Las clases de HCCP ESOL se ofrecen por la noche para dar cabida a los adultos que trabajan durante el día. Los proveedores con licencia aprenden conocimientos de […]
CCAP for Child Care Staff Pilot Extension & Increase to CCAP Rates as of 7/1/24/Extensión piloto del CCAP para el personal de cuidado infantil y aumento de las tarifas del CCAP a partir del 7/1/24
*Traducción en español está abajo Dear Valued Providers, Thank you for your continued commitment to providing quality care for Rhode Island families and children. We have great news to share related to the CCAP for Child Care Educators and Child Care Staff pilot extension and the increase in CCAP reimbursement rates effective July 1, 2024. […]
DHS and CCRI Announce the RIECETP College Credit and CDA Training Programs / DHS y CCRI anuncian los programas de credito universitario y CDA de RIECETP
If you are an Early Childhood Educator working with children ages birth through 5 in a DHS licensed, BrightStar rated and CCAP center or family child care program you may qualify to earn 12/24 FREE college credits in Early Childhood Education. RIECETP has added the Certificate in Early Childhood Education for students who have completed […]
The 2024 Child Care Market Rate Survey 2024 is Now Open! / ¡La Encuesta 2024 sobre tarifas del mercado de cuidado infantil de RI 2024 está abierta ahora!
Child Care Providers: Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) is asking for your help with the 2024 Child Care Market Rate Survey. This survey asks questions about your program, children you serve, and gathers rates paid for services. Your participation in this survey is very important as the information you provide will help inform […]
DCYF Listening and Learning Session / Sesión de escucha y aprendizaje del DCYF
Your voice is essential to cultivating an informed, supportive and family-centered child well- being system. Director Deckert is facilitating a listening and learning tour with our community, youth and families. Join us for a Listening and Learning session with Director Deckert and members of her team, in partnership with the RI Department of Human Services (DHS). Please Register for […]
No-Cost Background Check Extension/Extensión de verificación de antecedentes sin costo
*Traducción en español está abajo The Rhode Island Department of Human Services is issuing the following memo to provide an update regarding comprehensive background checks. As you know, effective 2015 per federal CCDF law, all employees hired by a DHS-licensed child care provider are required to complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment. Since […]
Notice about EXCEED: Important Document Retention Information for All Early Childhood Programs, Providers, and Staff
Exceed was a data system initiative, launched in 2016, to support high-quality early care and education programs. Exceed served as a program portal and workforce registry, as well as a space to apply for licensing, CECE approval and Bright Stars. While Exceed has served us well over the years, the technology platform of this system […]
Child Care State Plan Public Comment Period / Período de comentarios públicos sobre el plan estatal de cuidado infantil
*Traducción en español está abajo Valued Providers, I hope you are all having a great week and an even better start to better weather! Below is the public notice for the Triennial Child Care and Development Fund State Plan that needs to be submitted by June 30 to our federal partners. This plan drives a […]
Information Session on May 23rd for the RIC Infant Toddler Certificate of Undergraduate Studies – Funded by DHS
RIC is hosting 4 sessions to inform any interested party about their Birth to 3 certificate of undergraduate studies. Program Highlights: • Eligibility: Available to any DHS Licensed CCAP providers/educators • Credits: Earn 16 college credits as part of the B3 CUS program • Articulation with CCRI: Two courses can be applied towards an Associate […]