Massachusetts Child Care Information

Special Notes for Massachusetts Students

Massachusetts child care providers may use our courses toward a CCP or CDA, as well as CDA, NAC and CCP renewal. Click on the "CDA benefits" button to learn how you can use a CDA in Massachusetts .

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Massachusetts State Requirements: YES! Our courses are accepted by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (DEEC) toward their Annual Training Requirement for day care staff and directors, as well as for providers who work in their homes.  (Our Courses are not accepted for use to become a Lead Teacher.)

Active or Hyperactive, ADHD and both the Children with Special Needs courses (Physical Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder) are considered special needs courses for Massachusetts caregivers.

For those of you interested in starting a day care or home-based child care facility in Massachusetts, please contact your state licensing using the contact information below.  The licensing agency should be able to give you advice on the requirements, rules and regulations of your state.