SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIPS is Georgia's statewide educational assistance program for eligible early care and education professionals pursuing credentials or degrees in early childhood education. SCHOLARSHIPS provides tuition assistance and a support stipend to approved applicants.
INCENTIVES INCENTIVES is Georgia's salary supplement program designed to encourage those who work with young children to remain in the field and increase their level of education. Eligible applicants may receive two consecutive awards ranging from $200 - $1,000 per award.
Going back to school opens up many opportunities - and dilemmas! There are many questions associated with financial aid, types of degrees and steps needed to enroll. The SCHOLARSHIPS & INCENTIVES staff provides free educational advisement to early childhood education professionals. For details, click here.
You may be at any one of a number of places in your career – but the important thing to remember is that there are many people and organizations who can help you along the way!CLICK HERE for helpful information if you are thinking about going back to school or improving your skills in early childhood education.
Bright from the Start Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning partners its annual conference with the GAYC (Georgia Association on Young Children) Statewide Conference. SCHOLARSHIPS & INCENTIVES has a presence at the conference to encourage professional development among ECE professionals.
