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Discover Your Early Childhood Career Pathway

Empowering educators and partners with the training, funding, and credentials needed to lead the birth-to-five workforce. Find where you fit today.

Discover Your Pathway

New to Early Childhood

Start here to learn about pre-apprenticeships, entry-level training, and how to join the workforce.

Currently Working in ECE

Advance your career with CDA preparation, professional development, and college credit pathways.

Director or Administrator

Access specialized training for program leadership, staff management, and operational excellence.

Family Support & Home Visiting

Professional pathways for family educators, home visitors, and community support advocates.

Registered Apprenticeship

Earn while you learn through structured mentorship and employer-sponsored training models.

Career Advancement

Map your journey from credentials to degrees through Prior Learning Assessment and articulation.

Career Pathway Assessment

Discover where you fit in the early childhood workforce. Answer five short questions to find your training, credential, and funding opportunities.

State of residence or work
Current ECE employment status
Employed full-time in ECE
Employed part-time in ECE
Seeking employment in ECE
Not currently in the ECE field
Highest education level completed

Funding & Credentials

Unlock your potential with professional pathways designed for growth. Funding and college-credit opportunities are eligibility-dependent and provided through state and workforce partnerships.

Tuition Assistance & Grants
Registered Apprenticeship Funding
Prior Learning Assessment Credits

Your Personalized Pathway

Explore the programs, funding, and next steps tailored to your career assessment results.

Recommended Pathway

Registered Apprenticeship

Earn a competitive wage while gaining credit toward a degree through mentored, on-the-job intensive training.

Entry Level Certification

CDA Preparation

Perfect for those new to early childhood education, our program prepares you for the national CDA credentialing assessment.

Leadership Pathway

Director & Administrator

Advanced professional development focused on organizational leadership, financial management, and workforce empowerment.

*Note: Funding, tuition assistance, and college-credit opportunities are eligibility-dependent and not guaranteed. Final placement depends on program availability and employer partnership status.

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