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Quality Rated Program Data

Level	Number of Programs	Children Impacted
Step 1	70	2142
Step 2	5	87
Step 3	7	787
Step 4	2	239

How to Find a Quality Rated Program

Child Care Aware of North Dakota maintains an online database of early childhood programs in the state. You can access this database online 24/7 to find an early childhood program that meets the needs of your family or talk one-on-one with a Parent Services Specialist to receive individualized assistance.

Search online for early childhood programs or contact a Parent Services Specialist at 800.997.8515. Don't forget to look for the Bright & Early ND Steps to Quality when searching for an early childhood progra60

News & Updates

Child Care Licensing System Update
December 14, 2022
The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Early Childhood Section has launched the online Child Care Licensing (CCL) System.
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Step 1 Quality Rating Automation
October 13, 2022
The Bright & Early ND Team is pleased to announce Step 1 Quality Rating automation. The Step 1 automation process will allow quicker processing times and easier access for programs pursuing continuous quality improvement.
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Workforce Incentives and Stipends
August 11, 2022
The North Dakota Department of Human Services is offering stipends to help retain and reward early childhood professionals for their work caring for children, along with incentives to reward individuals for completing approved training and education milestones.
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