What it Means Once a program’s Self-Reflection is validated, the program will receive an On-Site Observation using one of three tools approved for Great Start to Quality. A reliable Great Start to Quality Assessor, or external Approved Assessor, will visit…
Maintaining Health and Safety
What it Means Any licensed child care in Michigan, that has not started the quality improvement process or has an expired quality level, and is in one of the following licensing statuses, will be in the Maintaining Health and Safety…
CLASS
CLASS What is CLASS? The Classroom Assessment Scoring System, referred to as CLASS, is a program observation tool used to support quality improvement with the specific goal of improving child outcomes. This nationally recognized tool is equitable since it supports…
Additional Resources
Resources for License Exempt Providers Level 2 Training Requirements IMPORTANT: New information regarding level 2 training for License Exempt-Related and License Exempt-Unrelated subsidy providers. Beginning January 1, 2022, all Level 2 training must be taken through MiRegistry. Certificates for trainings completed outside of…
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The Great Start to Quality newsletter, formerly known as the Star Gazette is now The Loop. Sign up for the newly branded newsletter for fresh, up-to-date information on everything to keep in you in The Loop about Great Start to…
Free PreK Programs
Set Your Child Up for Success – for Free! A quality pre-kindergarten (PreK) experience sets your child up for success. It provides fun ways to learn concepts like early math, science, and literacy. It also helps them develop social and…
Conflict of Interest Updates
If you are currently a Great Start to Quality Approved Assessor, you will need to keep your conflict of interest information updated. Questions about Approved Assessors or Conflicts of Interests can be emailed to approvedassessor@ecic4kids.org. Conflict of interest is defined as:
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Approved Assessors
Great Start to Quality offers those individuals who work with early childhood programs and providers in Michigan opportunities to be directly involved. Approved Assessors are able to conduct the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) or the Social Emotional Learning Program…
Effective February 25, 2024, Michigan has removed the requirement to work with the Office of Child Support to receive help paying for child care. Check to see if you are now eligible!