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Raise Up a Child nn BY JENNY O’DONLEY
Early education and child care in Columbia For working parents relocating to Columbia, finding a child care service that fits both the needs of your child and your family is crucial. Here are the three questions you should ask when evaluating options. 1. ARE YOU LICENSED? In Missouri, if a provider cares for more than four children and is of no relation to those children, he or she must be licensed, which ensures the service provided meets health and safety regulations. 2. WHAT ARE YOUR QUALIFICATIONS? Experience and education may give you insight into the child care provider’s professionalism, level of care and expertise. Ask for details about qualifications. 3. WHAT ACCREDITATION DO YOU HOLD? Missouri Accreditation (MOA) provides quality standards for programs serving children from birth to school age within the state of Missouri. Nationally, the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the National Association for Family Child Care are two of the largest associations that provide accreditation.
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