You have a trusted source in providing quality child care–it's DCF. As a trusted early care and education professional, you strive to give the children of Wisconsin a safe, healthy, and enriched start in life. Whether you are just beginning your career or you are an expert in the field, DCF is here to help. Our goal is to give you the tools and resources to provide safe, healthy, and quality care to children across the state. Are you a parent or caregiver? Find some great resources on the parents/caregivers webpage. ⯅ Watch: Starting a Regulated Child Care Program Understand your options for starting a child care program in Wisconsin. ⯅ Watch: How to Improve Your Child Care Program Now that you’re regulated, learn ways to improve your child care program for the kids that you care for. Strong Early Care and Education Builds Strong Communities So much goes into safe and healthy early care and education, and child care providers are at the frontlines. DCF strives to prepare child care providers with all the tools and resources they need to be successful. Here are a few of these resources to get you started: Resources for Child Care Providers Find all the information you need to navigate the world of child care in Wisconsin as a child care provider. Access Provider Resources Strong ECE Flyer Discover how supporting early care and education benefits everyone, from children and families to entire communities. Download the Flyer Important Early Care and Education Provider Resources We know a lot goes into providing great early care and education for Wisconsin's families. The first two resources below will help you stay up-to-date with DCF and the last is a link to programs that will help financially support you and your staff's educational efforts. Child Care Provider Updates Listserv Stay informed and get important updates Sign up for Emails Tuesday Talks with DECE Join us each month to discuss important topics and programs across the early care and education industry. Explore Past and Upcoming Tuesday Talks T.E.A.C.H. and REWARD Programs Explore financial support opportunities that can help you obtain additional education and/or improve your compensation. Learn More About T.E.A.C.H. and REWARD Additional Resources Take advantage of the great resources DCF has just for you: Regulation for Early Care and Education Providers Early Care and Education Administrative Rules for Providers YoungStar for Early Care and Education Providers Wisconsin Shares Information for Early Care and Education Providers
