Child Care Data & Statistics
Child Care Data & Statistics Child Care Aware of Washington provides thorough and independent information and analysis to illustrate the need for healthy child care businesses and equitable access for
Current Scholars
Resources for Current Scholars Welcome Scholar! We’re so glad to be partnering with you on your academic journey. Your success is our priority! Contract Updates Effective September 1st, 2024: –
Future Scholars
Future Scholar Resources We are so glad for your interest in Child Care Aware of Washington (CCA of WA) Scholarships! The CCA of WA Scholarships Team is dedicated to helping
Annual Reports & Financials
Annual Reports & Financials Review our annual reports below to learn more about our programs and our impact on the child care system in Washington state. Child Care Aware of
Types of Child Care
Child Care Options in Washington State Finding high-quality child care is one of the most important decisions you will make for your child and your family. Studies show that children
Contact Us
Contact Child Care Aware of Washington Child Care Aware of Washington Headquarters Child Care Aware of Washington1001 Pacific Avenue, Suite 400Tacoma, WA 98402 General phone: 253-383-1735Toll-free: 1-866-416-4321TTY: 1-800-833-6388Fax: 253-572-4140 B[..]
Community Resources
Community Resources It can be hard to know where to start when you’re looking for a child care provider. Here are some tips and recommended questions to ask in your
Bachelor’s Degree Scholarship
Bachelor’s Degree Scholarships Complete the last two years of your BA or BAS degree. Early learning professionals working at a child care center or family child care program that participates
State Legislative Agenda
The 2024 Legislative Session Washington has spent years building, studying and growing the child care system. In 2024, Child Care Aware of Washington advocated to the State Legislature to invest
Employers
Employers Strengthen your workforce today – and for tomorrow. Why Child Care Matters Child care matters to Washington employers because employers need reliable, productive employees – both now and in
Professional Development Calendar
Training & Professional Development Calendar Child Care Aware of Washington offers numerous training and professional development opportunities for child care providers in Washington state. Select from live virtual and in-person
Early Achievers Program
Early Achievers Quality Recognition Program Early Achievers is Washington’s quality recognition and improvement system for child care programs. It helps providers help children reach their full potential, and it provides
Coaching Certificate Scholarship
Coaching Certificate Scholarship Child Care Aware of Washington provides scholarships to Early Achievers and ECEAP coaches and qualifying staff for the University of Washington’s Certificate in Practice-Based Coaching program.
Family Services
Child Care & Family Services in Washington State Looking for child care can be stressful. Child Care Aware of Washington is here to help you find child care in your
A New School Year, A New Chapter: Celebrate Our 2024 Graduates!
As the new school year begins, we are excited to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our scholars who graduated this past June. This year, we proudly recognize 62 graduates who
About
About Child Care Aware of Washington Connecting Families to Child Care. Connecting Providers to Success. Child Care Aware of Washington is dedicated to ensuring that every child in Washington state
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Financial Help for Child Care
Financial Help for Child Care in Washington State Lots of families need help paying for child care while they work or go to school. There are several state and local
Pierce County Human Services Scholarship
Pierce County Human Services Scholarship For current and aspiring child care professionals in Pierce County, WA Child Care Aware of Washington provides scholarships to current and aspiring child care professionals
2023 Legislative Session Recap
The 2023 Legislative Session has officially come to a close! Thanks to the dedicated advocacy of child care providers, parents and supporters like you, Washington continued to make important investments
