Providers Resources
North Dakota has one of the largest percentages of mothers of young
children in the workforce, and one focus of Child Care Resource and Referral
is to ensure that our children are in safe, healthy, nurturing environments
with caregivers who understand and value the unique characteristics of
early childhood. To achieve this, a variety of services are offered which
support the varied needs of people who care for children.
Child Care Resource and Referral coordinates meaningful training opportunities
including workshops, conferences and courses for people who care for
children and who administer a child care business. CCR&R publishes
a semi-annual Training Calendar which
lists the upcoming topics, dates, times and locations for continuing
education.
Contact your local CCR&R to add your
name to the mailing list.
A library of resources is maintained at each CCR&R office. The
library includes books and videos to help you care for children and
operate your
business:
- child development
- guidance
- cultural awareness
- program management
- social and emotional development
- working with families
- health and safety
- creativity and activity ideas
- working with children with special needs
CCR&R welcomes new child care providers to this rewarding career, and
is available to support new providers through the start-up process and
beyond. Whether you are operating a family or group child care business,
a child care center, a before and after school program, or preschool
or drop-in care, trained staff can come visit you and bring helpful
information and resources. CCR&R's referral service will assist you in
filling openings with families that match your schedule.
Part of the role of a child care resource and referral program is
collecting and disseminating data about the child care industry. CCR&R
maintains a database of all licensed child care programs, as well as
information
about families needing child care. This data can help providers understand
the child care market in their city or community. Contact
CCR&R for
current information about average rates, vacancies or common business
practices. |