NACCP Individual Membership

NACCP was established in 1984 as a professional association for professional directors. NACCP membership is available to any individual in a supervisory or decision-making capacity in the child care industry. If you are currently a student preparing for a career in child care or a teacher, click here for Career in Caring Membership. If you are a company that provides services to the industry at large, click here for Vendor Membership.

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Member Benefits

NEW Discounts from NACCP Partner, Child Care Information Exchange!

Exchange Magazine
One free year of Exchange magazine with the purchase of one year (50% discount)

Out of the Box Training Kits
PDF version of training kits for $20 each (20% discount)

Online Continuing Education Units
$69 each (15% discount)

Exchange Press  Books
15% discount on slected books

Beginnings Workshops Hands-On Training Resources
$5 each (nearly 30% discount)

Professional Training Opportunities Discounts

NACCP Online Professional Education Center
An online training center providing high-quality training to child care professionals and staff throughout the nation.

How Successful Directors ManageTM National Conference Discounts
The annual national conference is dedicated to child care management, specifically tailored to meet the needs of child care directors, owners and administrators.  Members receive a discount off regular registration costs.

Regional Management Training Seminar Discounts
Take advantage of NACCP sponsored seminars (discounted to members only) held across the nation to improve the effectiveness of your management skills.
 
 

Publications

Professional Connections©, TeamworkTMand Caring for Your ChildrenTM
As a member, you will receive NACCP's quarterly Trade Journal that keeps you on top of the hottest issues in child care!  A $39 value FREE with membership.  Each edition includes a Tool of the TradeTM.

Management Tools of the TradeTM

Your membership gives you complete and FREE access to these effective management tools that provide technical assistance in human resource management. Request your free copy of this 40 page resource manual. This $79 value is FREE with membership.

Executive Excerpts for Excellence

NACCP members receive several monthly emails for personal and professional development.
 

Member Support Services

Membership Listings
As a member, you will be listed on the NACCP website.  This is a great networking tool for contacting other child care professionals across the country, as well as a national resource and guide for parents actively seeking child care services.

Director's Hotline 800#
NACCP members have free access to counseling from resource specialists to help with crisis management issues.

Member Resources

Program Accreditation

 


NACCP proudly manages the National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs.  NAC Accreditation values the rich and diverse tapestry of early care and education programs and the uniqueness of each.  Processes and accreditation standards advocate optimal child development practices that result in high quality experiences for young children.  NAC accreditation consists of three components:  Self Study, Validation and Commission Review.  NAC is fully operational in centers across the nation.  Accreditation for the 21st century...

Insurance

 

 

Markel Insurance Company is the endorsed carrier for NACCP.  Markel offers coverage for Premises Liability, Personal Injury Liability and Professional Liability for Teachers and Child Care Providers.  Contact Markel Insurance directly at 800.431.1270.

 

EXECS Leadership Credential
NACCP offers a national credential, Executive of Children's Services (EXECS), which establishes professional standards in management and leadership for executives and administrators of early childhood programs.

Tax Deductible Membership Dues
As NACCP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, your membership dues are tax deductible as a business expense.

Program of Excellence Award
This annual award honors outstanding early care and education programs and their program directors for having made a positive impact on the child care industry.  The winner of this award receives numerous valuable prizes.

Window Decal
Display your NACCP membership proudly.

Membership Certificate
Embossed membership certificate issued annually.

Online Resources

  • Interactive website for renewal and resources.
  • Discounted shopping online through the NACCP Member Mall.
  • Numerous discounts with the industry's leaders in products and services through the Member Discounts page at www.naccp.org.
  • Updates via email regarding notifaction of upcoming events, new products and services available through NACCP, and other important facts for members.
  • Discounted payment processing through Affiniscape Merchant Solutions.

 

National Association of Child Care Professionals

P.O. Box 90723
Austin, TX 78709
800-537-1118
admin@naccp.org

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