Early Education Career Institute Secures Fast Track Grant to Train Missouri’s Next Generation of Childcare Educators Faith-based and community organizations invited to partner in addressing critical workforce shortage COLUMBIA, MO  — The Early Education Career Institute (EECI), a nationally recognized nonprofit career school and US Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Hub, announced today it has received Fast Track Grant funding to expand its childcare workforce trai

300 Apprentices Earning While Learning: EECI Addresses South Carolina's Childcare Crisis Through Innovative Workforce Development Over 50 SC Apprentices Contribute to National Success, Creating Immediate ROI Through Center Expansion and Workforce Advancement SOUTH CAROLINA – September 25, 2025 – South Carolina is facing a critical shortage of qualified childcare professionals. The Early Education Career Institute (EECI) is making a significant impact. Over 50 South Carolina a

Early Education Career Institute Launches Nationwide ECE Workforce Initiative, Now Hiring Across 9 States Columbia-based nonprofit...

Early Education Career Institute Launches Nationwide ECE Workforce Initiative, Now Hiring Across 9 States Columbia-based nonprofit...