Policy Clarifications for Family Child Care Staff Requirements
Review flexibilities for meeting required staff qualifications so that family child care can remain a viable and important program option for Head Start grant recipients.
Staff Qualifications
Head Start programs must ensure that all staff, consultants, and contractors have the necessary knowledge, training, experience, and skills to fulfill their roles effectively. These resources provide guidance on establishing staff qualifications and identifying the relevant qualities, skills, and capacities to consider when hiring staff. Learn how to identify best practices for meeting the Head Start Program Performance Standards on staff qualifications.
Professional Qualifications and Development in Family Child Care
Discover resources to support programs and individuals as they meet the applicable professional qualifications and engage in professional development opportunities in the family child care option.
Education Requirements for Family Child Care Providers
Recruiting qualified family child care providers in Head Start programs can be a challenge. Use this brief to find providers who meet the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.