Successful early childhood programs continuously grow and improve, just like the children we care for. Engaging in ongoing program improvement is a vital part of running a high-quality program.
Using our program improvement resources can help your program:
- Stay competitive and attract new families
- Strengthen areas in your program that you want to improve
- Implement research-based best practices
- Become accredited
- Build and retain skilled staff
Explore our resources
Accreditation Quality Improvement Support (AQIS)
AQIS offers licensed centers, group homes, and license-exempt child care programs access to experts in the framework of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Supports include study groups, professional development, and individualized long-term support. Learn more about AQIS.
Business Support: Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) Partnership
The Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) supports economic prosperity for women and strengthens communities through entrepreneurial and financial education services. Learn about OEC’s partnership with WBDC.
Program support for social and emotional development
OEC offers many resources and opportunities to help your program support the social and emotional competence of young children in your care. Learn about OEC’s support for social and emotional development.
Reflective Supervision
Supervisors can find resources to help them talk with staff about their professional development. Check out our reflective supervision tools.
Staffed Family Child Care Networks (SFCCNs)
These community -based networks have paid staff with expertise helping family child care providers. Learn more about available supports and find your local contacts.