The Connecticut SFCCN is a statewide initiative dedicated to empowering early childhood educators. We believe that by providing high-quality support to providers, we create higher-quality learning experiences for children and stronger communities for everyone.
The Staffed Family Child Care Network (SFCCN) is a community-focused initiative designed to help you succeed. Our goal is to provide you with the free, hands-on support and local expertise you need to sustain your business and thrive. This model is built around you, ensuring you get seamless access to the resources you need without having to navigate a complex system alone.
TEAM Inc. provides dedicated support for providers in the Northwest part of the state. Their services focus on early childhood education, basic needs assistance, and empowering families toward economic stability.
The City of Hartford's Early Learning Division oversees a comprehensive citywide system of high-quality care. As the SFCCN partner for Hartford, they are committed to improving program quality and ensuring positive child outcomes.
The Connecticut Association for the Education of Young Children (CTAEYC) is the state affiliate for NAEYC and the network facilitator for much of the state. They are dedicated to advancing the ECE profession through advocacy, professional development, and policy.
The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) offers a suite of powerful, free systems to help you manage your credentials, build your business, and enhance your program’s quality. We’ve organized them into a simple, step-by-step path to help you get started.
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This is the foundational first step. The OEC Registry is the state's free, online workforce database. Creating your professional profile here is essential for documenting your credentials, accessing training, and being officially recognized in Connecticut's early childhood workforce.
Save time and money with ctSHARES, your free online portal for business success. Once registered, you'll get access to business templates, policy guides, job postings, and exclusive discounts on essential supplies to help you build a financially strong business.
Grow your program at your own pace with OEC Elevate. This supportive quality improvement system offers free tools, coaching, and guidance to enhance your quality of care. It's not a rating system—it's a framework designed to help you meet your own professional goals.
