Educators & Care Providers

Provider Resources

We support the professionals shaping Detroit’s youngest learners by connecting them to resources, networks, and policies that strengthen early childhood education. You are the backbone of Detroit’s early childhood system.

Every day, educators and care providers shape the development, wellbeing, and future success of Detroit’s children. Hope Starts Here exists to support your work, strengthen the system around you, and elevate your voice in shaping policy and resources.

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Trenton Burks and Lily Raymond pose for the camera during playtime at the Wayne State University College of Education Early Childhood Center in Detroit, Monday morning, May 4, 2015.

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Lead instructor Charlotte Brown helps Ife Nunnery-Richards decide which play area she would like to choose for the morning playtime session at the Wayne State University Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute Early Childhood Center in Detroit, Tuesday morning, May 5, 2015.

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Provider Resources

MiRegistry

Explore MiRegistry to learn more about early care and education career pathways, professional development, and other resources— available for individuals and organizations!

The Great Start to Quality

The Great Start to Quality Resource Center offers early care and education providers with developing quality improvement plans, professional development, and training!

CFDI's Project LAUNCH

CFDI’s Project LAUNCH supports ages 0–8 through coordinated, evidence-based care, equipping families and providers to build strong, school-ready children.

LENA Start

LENA Start helps families with ages 0–3 boost brain development through talk, improving language, early literacy, and stronger family relationships.

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MiSide Early Years

MiSide EarlyYears offers a wide range of services to support families with young children from pregnancy through age five. These services include prevention, education, early intervention, and treatment to help you and your child thrive.

Region 10 Child Care Coalition

The Region 10 Child Care Coalition brings together community and business leaders, child care business owners and early educators, parents and caregivers of young children, and economic development organizations – all across Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties.

Early Care and Education Registered Apprenticeship

An Early Care and Education Registered Apprenticeship program offers high-quality career pathway where employers can develop their current and future workforce, and child care workers and teachers can obtain paid work experienceand mentorship

Michigan Infant and Toddler Caregiver Certificate

The Michigan Infant and Toddler Caregiver Certificate (ITCC) program supports the recruitment, training, and retention of infant-toddler professionals in Michigan. Candidates can connect with other infant and toddler professionals, receive training and coaching supports.

Southern Imaginations

We’re experts at creating comprehensive plans and strategies that accommodate your unique needs – giving you the additional bandwidth, capacity, and confidence you need to succeed.

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