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Credential Programs

The links below contain information on programs that have been established to improve the competencies of people working with children and their families including:

Infant/Toddler Care and Education Credential

Competencies, Guidelines and Candidacy

A manual that outlines the process and requirements for completing and obtaining the Infant/Toddler Care and Education Credential.

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Children's Program Administrator Credential

Competencies, Guidelines and Candidacy

A manual that outlines the process and requirements for completing and obtaining the Children's Program Administrator Credential.

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NYS Early Learning Trainer Credential;

Competencies, Guidelines and Candidacy

Visit the NYS Professional Development Approval System to:

  • Learn more about the NYS Early Learning Trainer Credential
  • Join the Trainer Registry. Create a public training profile to advertise your training services on the NYS Early Learning Training Source.

Family Child Care Credential

Competencies, Guidelines and Candidacy

A manual that outlines the process and requirements for obtaining the Family Child Care Credential

Family Development Credential

Guidlines and Canadidacy

A description of Cornell University’s nationally recognized program that perpares frontline workers with skills necessary to provided empowerment-based assistance to families that they might set and obtain goals of healthy self-reliance.

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School-Age Care Credential

Introduction, Eligibility and Competency Standards

An overview and manual that provide information on the credential, eligibility, and competency standards.