Core Body of Knowledge: What are competencies?
Core competencies are general statements about what early childhood educators should know and be able to do, and dispositions they should possess.
A new CBK is on the way!
The Core Body of Knowledge was developed to complement and be compatible with current research and state and national standards that align with our best understanding of learning and development in early childhood.
We’ll see you at the 2025 NYAEYC conference
The New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute will be at the New York Association for the Education of Young […]
An opportunity to renew your expired CDA credential
The CDA Amnesty Renewal Program gives an opportunity for anyone whose CDA expired as far back as 2020 to complete the renewal process.
NYS guidance on responding to federal immigration authority requests
The Offices of New York State Attorney General Letitia James and Governor Kathy Hochul issued a joint guidance document for […]
Investing in child care begins with investing in the workforce
In her testimony before the New York State legislature on Feb. 12, our executive director Dona Anderson shared why statewide […]
NYS Child Care Availability Task Force releases roadmap for universal child care
New York State’s Child Care Availability Task Force, which was charged by the governor with supporting the state in developing […]
Safeguarding immigrant students and families in early childhood
New York State reaffirms that schools should remain a safe haven where all students are welcomed and provided a free public education.
Becoming an advocate for early childhood
When we have the opportunity to speak up for those who may not be able to speak for themselves, we can bring attention to the needs of the children and families we serve.
What will it take to reach equitable compensation for early childhood educators?
New York has made incredible strides over the past three years to make early care and education more affordable and accessible for families. But educators and providers who work with young children continue to receive lower wages and less robust benefits than their counterparts.