For this episode, we will explore a variety of prevention strategies for behaviors we know are occurring in programs and potentially could cause health and safety concerns. Our special guest, Staci Kenney, Division Chief of Bureau of Early Intervention and Family Supports, joins to provide insight on when and how to request early intervention.Read More

Angel Avery How can you incorporate language development into your infant room? Diapering/toileting times: Discuss what you are doing as you change a diaper. ‘I am changing your diaper. I going to remove your pants and take off the dirty diaper.” Count the number of snaps on the onesies. Talk about 3-D materials hanging above...Read More

Check out new learning opportunities from The Council for Professional Recognition and updated requirements to CDA attainment beginning August 1st, 2025!Read More

Welcome to the “Let’s Talk Quality” blog feature where we spotlight a member of the Pennsylvania Program Quality Assessment (PQA) Team each month. Have fun getting to know our team!Read More

To clarify updated guidance on the federal requirements for Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG), health and safety training requirements that all child care providers must complete pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training.Read More