Iowa AEYC is a non-profit organization based in Des Moines, IA, dedicated to advocating for early childhood care and education. They represent the efforts of early childhood educators before state and federal governments, helping policymakers understand the importance of their work. Iowa AEYC offers various programs, including T.E.A.C.H., which provides scholarship support for professionals seeking further education, WAGE$, offering salary supplements to early care and education professionals, and the Child Development Associate Credential, a nationally recognized accreditation standard.
The organization also runs the Early Childhood Quality Improvement Project, supporting early childhood programs in achieving a high level of quality that benefits the development of all children. Iowa AEYC encourages individuals to get involved through action and advocacy, make donations to support training and professional development initiatives, and connect with other early childhood educators through their membership network.
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