About Us A CUNY public-private partnership elevating early childhood in New York State.
Our Approach How we strengthen the workforce and the systems that support it.
Our Impact What our work with partners across the state has achieved.
What We Do Promoting positive and equitable outcomes for every child.
Who We Serve Agencies, colleges, policymakers, researchers and advocates.
Join Our Team Career opportunities at the Institute.

Career Development Center Explore and pursue an early childhood career at any stage.
Leadership Initiative Growth for directors, administrators and family child care providers.
NYC Early Childhood Research Network Actionable research to inform policy for young children.
New York Works for Children The state's professional development system, home of the Aspire Registry.
Professional Development High-quality training and technical assistance across the state. Coaching Informal Family Child Care Project
QUALITYstarsNY New York's quality rating and improvement system for programs.

CAPS Online Support Help for ACS providers using the CAPS Online attendance system.
Career Advising Free one-on-one career counseling by phone or Zoom.
Coaching Coaches partner with educators to reach their practice goals.
Early Childhood Employment Network Connecting professionals with meaningful work.
Professional Development Learning opportunities to elevate your skills and practice.
The Aspire Registry (external site) A free online portfolio for your education and training.

Core Body of Knowledge New York State's core competencies for early childhood educators.
Institute Blog (external site) Insights from early childhood experts and practitioners.
Policy Briefs and Reports Our research and policy recommendations.
NYS Early Learning Guidelines How young children develop and learn, for every professional.
NYS Early Learning Standards NYSED resource guides on the Next Generation standards.
Order CBK and ELG Print Copies Request free spiral-bound print copies.
QUALITYstarsNY Standards (external site) Best practices for early care and education programs.

Degrees, Certifications and Credentials in Early Childhood A guide to growing your qualifications.
Early Childhood Organizations and Agencies Organizations and agencies in New York and nationally.
Fingerprinting Requirements for employment or certification in New York.
Research in Early Childhood Evidence that shapes best practices.
Scholarships and Financial Aid Funding for early childhood professionals in New York.
Special Education in Early Childhood Early intervention and special education basics.

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The Early Childhood Career Development Center offers one-on-one career counseling and advisement at no cost to you. Schedule a phone call or Zoom video conference to discuss your specific needs and goals.

Your advisor can help you:

Determine the higher education pathway that's right for you to get the training and certification you need to work in early childhood
Navigate applicating and enrolling in higher education programs for early childhood
Answer questions about the certification and licensing process
Get connected with job opportunities in early childhood

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