We offer a wide range of services to the integral part of the child care system: Providers. We’re here to help educators and directors provide high-quality services.
How can we help?
Financial Assistance
Just getting started in child care? We can provide assistance with educational scholarships.
Apply for our T.E.A.C.H. NC program.
Early educators working with children birth to five in participating counties may be eligible for education-based salary supplements.
Learn more about Child Care WAGE$® and how to apply.
Full-time educators working with children birth through age two may be eligible for education-based salary supplements.
Learn more about Infant-Toddler Educator AWARD$® Plus and how to apply.
Program Development
Need help getting parents to find your facility?
List your program information in CCSA’s Child Care Referral Central.
Child care can be challenging. We offer coaching, technical assistance, and professional development.
Improve your program with CCSA’s Technical Assistance.
Broaden your professional development opportunities with CCSA.
Focused on early care for children ages birth to three?
Get consulting and training with the Birth-to-Three Quality Initiative.
Healthy Beginnings
Looking for affordable and nutritious child care center catering?
spoonFULL, formerly CCSA Meal Services, can provide high-quality meals for your facility.
Did you know financial assistance is available to improve young children’s nutrition?
We can sponsor you for the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Help prevent childhood obesity.
Start promoting healthy behaviors early with Shape NC.
Facing challenging behaviors in your facility?
Learn about the Healthy Social Behaviors Initiative.
Help support the well-being of young children and their families experiencing homelessness.
Provide help with CCSA’s Early Childhood Homelessness Resources.
COVID-19 & NC Child Care Operation Status
Schools and many child care programs are closing due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Help us inform parents about your availability or closure. Update your program’s open/closed status. Provider Profile Portal Quick Start Guide
News for Providers
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Local Child Care Centers Donate Art for CCSA’s 50th Anniversary Gala
On Saturday, May 18, 2024, Child Care Services Association (CCSA) will be hosting our 50th anniversary gala at Cloth Mill at Eno River in Hillsborough, NC. We couldn’t be more […] -
Meet Emmanuel Paul
Welcome to our employee spotlight series where we showcase the incredible individuals who contribute to the success of Child Care Services Association (CCSA). Today, we are thrilled to introduce you to Emmanuel Paul, our esteemed Chief Business Services Officer. Join us as we delve into Emmanuel’s journey at CCSA, gain insights into his evolving perspective of our organization, and discover the invaluable impact he has made over the years. -
Why is Professional Development Important and Why Do I Need a Plan?
Professional development (PD) is key in any specialized career. By participating in professional development opportunities, you are able to increase your knowledge about a topic, learn new ideas and implement new strategies to advance your line of work forward. PD also shows a level of commitment to and respect for your occupation. In the field of early care and learning, PD “requires knowledge of how children grow and develop, skills to communicate effectively with children and parents, and a great amount of dedication and love for the work” (NCICDP, 2001).
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If you’d prefer to talk by phone, call the CCSA office at 919-967-3272 and let us know how we can help.