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. Learn More. >
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. Learn More. >If you’re looking to get a Director or School Age Professional Credential, and Associates Degree, Bachelors Degree, PK-4 Cert Level I & II, or CDA, financial assistance may be available. Check out the Rising STARS Tuition Assistance (RSTA),Teacher Education and Compensation Helps Early Childhood® Pennsylvania Scholarship (T.E.A.C.H.), and Early Childhood Education Professional Development Organizations (ECE PDOs) for options that may provide assistance with tuition and fees, book reimbursement, facility support, travel stipends, and more. Visit the Pennsylvania Key website to explore your options.
There are more than 6,220 approved courses available in Pennsylvania’s PD Registry. Search for and find your next professional development opportunities in the PD Registry and the Early Intervention Technical Assistance Portal. Visit the PD Registry and EITA Portal to find and register for your next PD course.
There are several sources of support for Pennsylvania’s early childhood educators, all ready with support to help. Your local Certification office, Early Learning Resource Center, Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Program, and PQAS Instructors and Professional Learning Organizations are ready to provide assistance.
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