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August 7, 2023

Certification Rewrite Project Update

The Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) recently gave an update on its child care certification regulation rewrite project. About the Rewrite OCDEL launched the process for rewriting…

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August 2, 2023

Trying Together CDA Program Available

Looking to receive a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential? Trying Together is offering a CDA program at no cost to eligible early childhood professionals in Pennsylvania. A CDA Credential is the most…

August 2, 2023

Summer Reminders from the Bureau of Certification

The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning’s (OCDEL) Bureau of Certification issued a newsletter with regulation reminders for child care providers to keep in mind during the summer…

August 2, 2023

Several OCDEL Announcements Deemed Obsolete

Six Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) Announcements issued in 2008, 2011, 2013, and 2017 are now obsolete. Learn More During 2008, 2011, 2013, and 2017 OCDEL issued…

August 1, 2023

Wellness Grant Opportunity for Child Care Providers

The Pennsylvania Nutrition and Physical Activity Self-Assessment for Child Care (PA NAPSACC) program is seeking licensed child care providers to apply for a children’s wellness grant. Applications are due by…