The Arizona Early Childhood Career and Professional Development Network
The Network serves as a resource to build Arizona’s early education workforce and promote the early childhood professional development system. The goal of this website is to connect early childhood practitioners and others interested in the field with resources to advance their careers. Within these pages, you will find information ranging from scholarships and professional development opportunities to events and ideas for your classroom.
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News and Tips
Find the information you need, from activities for your classroom to the most up-to-date early childhood education news.
Explore Professional
Development Opportunities
Gain access to professional development resources available to you through the Arizona Early Childhood network.
Being the Best
at Your Job
Find ways to advance your skills and achieve your goals in Early Childhood Education, whether you are a teacher or a center director.
Become an Early Childhood Educator
Early childhood educators help children to be successful in school and life. Learn how you can be a part of this important work!
Blogs & Announcements
Celebrating Arizona’s 2025 early childhood education graduates
This year marks a significant milestone for early childhood education in Arizona. Maricopa Community Colleges proudly celebrates the first early childhood education graduates from the
The Arizona Professional Development Roadmap for the Early Care and Education Workforce
Quality early care and education (ECE) is essential for the healthy development of young children. It also supports Arizona families’ ability to work or go
Updated DES Pre-Service Health and Safety Training Pathway
Important updates regarding the Pre-Service Health and Safety Training Pathway As of January 15, 2025, the new training pathway will be extended to 18 clock
Advance Your Career
Find out how to get trainings, funding, and other support to advance your career in Early Childhood Education.