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NAFCC Observer Training – 2-Day Pre-Conference
Become a vital part of the NAFCC Accreditation process by training to be an Accreditation Observer! This 2-day intensive training, held during the NAFCC Annual Pre-Conference on Tuesday and Wednesday, equips participants with the skills and knowledge to assess family child care programs using the NAFCC Quality Standards while providing objective, meaningful feedback to educators.
Who Should Apply?
✔ Experienced professionals in early childhood education
✔ Individuals committed to supporting high-quality FCC programs
✔ NAFCC Accredited Educators looking to expand their leadership and advocacy
Pre-Qualification & Registration Details:
✔ Pre-Qualification Assessment Deadline: June 15, 2025
✔ Cost: $325 (Only registered participants may enroll and submit payment)
✔ Requirements:
1. Submission of a resume
2. Documentation of training credentials
(certificates from training completed within the last three years)
3. Letter of recommendation from a professional colleague
✔Selection Process: Participants who do not meet the qualifications may be denied entry.
✔Certification Requirement: To become an NAFCC Accreditation Observer, registered participants must pass two written exams at the conclusion of the training and complete a Job Description for the NAFCC Observer role.
Be part of the movement to ensure high-quality, culturally responsive, and inclusive FCC programs—become an NAFCC Accreditation Observer!
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Section A. General Qualifications
Identify the general qualifications for becoming an Observer. If you selected yes to ALL the following, then you may proceed to Section B.
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Angola
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Burundi
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Comoros
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Republic of the Congo
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Egypt
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I am at least 21 years old
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I have a high school diploma
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I am an active Member of NAFCC
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NAFCC Membership Number:
(Please note: NAFCC Observers are required to maintain annual NAFCC Memberships)
Section B. Family Child Care Provider/Professional
Identify your role in the Early Childhood Education field. Please answer the following.
I am an Accredited Family Child Care Provider.
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I am a Family Child Care provider currently in the process of re-accreditation.
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I am a professional development training specialist and/or technical assistance professional in the Early Childhood Education field.
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Section C. Professional Experience
Please answer the following questions.
I have a high school diploma with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Early Childhood
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I am a degreed professional with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Early Childhood
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I am CDA credentialed with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Early Childhood
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Section D. Training Experience
You must answer "Yes" to both of the following statements to be eligible for training.
I possess a minimum of one year of experience conducting training for adult learners.
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I participated in an Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related training courses in three of the past 5 years
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Section E Availability
Please answer the following questions.
I am able to travel (up to 100 miles if necessary) to conduct an in-person observation.
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I am able to conduct a minimum of 3 observations per year.
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I am able to conduct virtual observations using my computer/laptop and high speed internet on Zoom?
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Section F. Education and Training
Please answer the following questions.
What is the highest level of education you have attained, in any subject?
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High school diploma or GED
AA or other 2-year college
BA or BS
MA or MS
Ph. D., Ed. D.
If applicable, is your degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (i.e. Social Work, Psychology, Sociology)
My degree is in ECE
My degree is in a related field
My degree is NOT in ECE nor is it in a related field
Answer if you do not have a degree: Have you completed any college-level coursework in early childhood education/child development?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, please share how many college level credits you have completed.
How many hours of training related to Early Childhood Education have *you* completed in the past three (3) years for professional development or continuing education credits?
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Upload your training certificates from ECE related workshops you have attended in the last three years (3 certificates max)
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Do you have a current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or other related credentials?
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If applicable, upload a copy of your current CDA credential
Section G. Employment Status and Demographics
Please answer the following questions.
What is your employment status?
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Employed
Self-Employed
Not Employed
Retired
Are you fluent (reading, speaking, and writing) in any other languages in addition to English?
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List languages you are able to speak fluently
List languages you are able to understand read and write fluently
How would you describe yourself? - OPTIONAL
African – American or Black
Hispanic or Latino / Latin X
Not Hispanic or Latino
Caucasian or White
Alaska Native
Asian
Native American / American Indian Asian
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
Other
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Resume - Please upload a copy of your resume highlighting your experience with Family Child Care.
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Letter of recommendation from professional colleagues attesting to character, training experience, and knowledge of the early childhood field. (NA available for Airforce Coaches)
Please upload your Letter of Recommendation
I hereby attest that the above statements are true.
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