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Created in 2007 by the Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), The Pennsylvania Key implements the work and supports the policies developed and managed by OCDEL.
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03
Mar
New Year, New Look: Updated PD Registry Home Page Coming This Spring
March 3, 2025
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03
Feb
Informational/Recruitment Session About Becoming A CDA Council Professional Development Specialist (PDS)
February 3, 2025
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09
Dec
FIND Professional Development (FIND-PD) Trainings Available At No Cost To Early Childhood (ECE) Professionals
December 9, 2024
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02
Oct
Alert: Technical Difficulties with eLearning Courses in the PD Registry
October 2, 2024
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21
Aug
Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Programs
August 21, 2024
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30
Jul
The PD Registry Now Has A Training Organization Directory!
July 30, 2024
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11
Jun
Register today for a FREE Medication Administration Webinar for ECE Providers
June 11, 2024
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10
May
Coming Soon: Adjusted PQAS Application Fees, Effective July 1, 2024
May 10, 2024
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23
Apr
Access New QRIS Keystone STARS Indicators SQ 3.4.2 Report Now
April 23, 2024
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17
Apr
Available Now: The Buzz on PD in PA, April 2024
April 17, 2024
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