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Benefits of Accreditation

NAEYC Accreditation ensures that programs are safe, well prepared, and intentional about ensuring children's success. Learn more.
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Policies

NAEYC establishes and maintains a clearly defined process for pursuing, achieving, and maintaining NAEYC Accreditation. Learn more about the Early Learning Program Accreditation Policies.
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State Partnerships

Learn how NAEYC Accreditation of Early Learning Programs partner with states to make a difference in the lives of young children.
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Accreditation Fees

Our fees enable us to support the work of NAEYC Accreditation of Early Learning Programs. Learn more about the fees associated with pursuing and maintaining accreditation.
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Accreditation Forms

Find all of the Early Learning Program forms used throughout the accreditation process here.
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Accreditation Portal for Early Learning Programs

Log in and explore The Early Learning Program Accreditation Portal, where you can access your basic program records, add more data, and move through the accreditation process at your own pace.
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NAEYC Assessors

Explore the NAEYC Assessor's role in the accreditation process and how they help programs build on best practices for high-quality early childhood education.
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NAEYC Affiliates

NAEYC members are organized in a vibrant network of Affiliates that share NAEYC goals in working on behalf of young children and early childhood professionals.
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Professional Development

Gain professional learning experiences to support your professional advancement, wherever you are in your early childhood education career.
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