Whether you’re considering a career in child care or have years of experience, Child Care Aware of Kansas is here for you. Our friendly, knowledgeable team is easy to reach—and always ready to support, guide, and cheer you on every step of the way.
🔗 Links to Quality
Personalized support as you enhance your child care program, one step at a time.
🌻 Regional Community Consultants
Local experts to help you navigate licensing, quality improvements, and more.
🤝 Learning Communities
Connect with peers and learn together through engaging group sessions.
🎓 Professional Development
Access free or low-cost trainings to build your skills and meet your goals.
🛠️ Shared Services
Get tools, discounts, and templates that save you time and money.
🚀 Child Care Go Team
On-the-ground experts helping communities open and sustain child care programs—fast.
Looking for something else? Email us at info@ks.childcareaware.org, or call our office in Salina at 785-823-3343.
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While Child Care Aware of Kansas supports child care providers all over the state, your local Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) agency can connect you with resources and training opportunities, as well as other providers, in your area. View the map to see which local agency serves your community.
Set up an online provider profile that parents and families can view when searching for child care. You can update your openings and profile anytime, anywhere. Check back as often as you like to find out how many times your child care program has been referred to families over the past three months.
Still not sure where to start or what to do next? Call us at 855-750-3343 or email us at info@ks.childcareaware.org for help.
We want you to grow your business, manage your time effectively, and earn more money — allowing you to support your own family and improve your personal well-being. To help you reach this goal, we offer courses designed for busy child care professionals to meet licensing and training requirements.
Text CCAKS to 59925 to receive occasional information and ideas to help the children in your care learn and grow. Topics include development milestones, healthy recipes, safe sleep habits, outdoor activities, emergency planning, and more!
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