Education: to provide quality training, to encourage all providers
to obtain their director credentials, or CDA certification along with
furthering their education by obtaining an associate or bachelor degree in
child development or a closely related field.
Quality & Accreditation: Encourage all providers to
become Texas rising Star, or NAFCC accredited.
Peer Support: to support providers, share ideas and fellowship with
one another.
Community relations: educate parents, guardians and providers of the
importance of quality childcare and the benefits of early childhood education
and kindergarten readiness.
Community service: provide community and outreach services.
Legislative: to keep current with minimum standards and adopted
rule changes, participate in DFPS child care council meetings regarding child
care policies and issues
Business Management - Provide family child care business
owners with the resources and skills they need to run high quality
sustainable business.