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    Updated Forms Now Available!
    Many of the forms associated with the NAEYC Accreditation process have been updated.  The new forms are in writable PDF format so you can type your program’s information directly into the form! To be sure you can access all the new features of the updated PDF forms, please download the latest version of Adobe Reader.

     

     

    Updated Guidance Released!

    NAEYC has periodically released Guidance on NAEYC Accreditation Criteria to clarify the accreditation criteria. Access the Guidance on NAEYC Accreditation Criteria within the new NAEYC All Criteria Document today!

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    Register for the Full-Day Workshop at North Carolina's Annual Study Conference Today!

    The Accreditation Program Support Training Center is offering a full-day workshop focused on using the Self-Study process to guide quality improvements for your early learning program. Interested? View the Improving Program Quality through Self-Study invitation for more information.

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    Renewal Information Now Available!

    Be sure to access the July 2010 E-Update to learn about renewal procedures that apply to programs accredited after September 2006. If you do not already receive these important updates, sign up to receive the NAEYC Accreditation E-Update today.

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