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1. *Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC)* Great news! Did you know that a Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in Early Childhood Care and Education satisfies the training requirement for a CDA assessment? That means you have another way to obtain CDA training and it is available at more than 30 Georgia Technical Colleges! The TCC

2. *INCENTIVES* INCENTIVES is a statewide supplement program designed to encourage and reward eligible early care and education professionals for earning a credential or degree in the field and for tenure with their employer. Eligible applicants may receive two consecutive awards ranging from $250 - $1,250 per awar

3. *Care Solutions Supports Casey Family Programs and Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Foster Child Permanency Roundtable Project Evaluation in Georgia* Casey Family Programs worked with the Georgia Department of Human Services and Care Solutions, Inc. in 2009 to address permanency for nearly 500 children who had been in foster care for long periods of time. While most of the nearly 500 children had been in foster care for more than 24 months, abo

4. *Frequently Asked Questions* Why the “CARE” in Care Solutions? One of our most frequently asked questions! Care Solutions was founded in 1990 to provide consulting services to federal- and state-funded agencies in the human services arena. Families and children needing “care” of one kind or another are the focus of many o

5. *Clients* This link contains information for the SCHOLARSHIPS & INCENTIVES programs, managed by Care Solutions, Inc. The programs provide educational assistance and salary supplements to eligible early care and education professionals currently working in the field. The project is funded by Bright from the St

6. *Georgia Child Care Provider Maps* Georgia Child Care Centers and Group Child Care Homes by Resource & Referral Regions (R&R Regions Effective 7/1/09) Click here to view or download the statewide map which includes not only the number of providers but also capacity. Data is through December 2008. Georgia Family Child Care

7. *Bright from the Start* 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. INCENTI

8. *SCHOLARSHIPS & INCENTIVES College Fair at GAYC Conference* Early childhood educators thinking about going back to school experienced “one-stop-shopping” at the GAYC Conference on Oct. 9, 2009 at the SCHOLARSHIPS & INCENTIVES college fair. The “Extreme Makeover – Career Edition” event featured 13 educational institutions, the Georgia Student Finance Commissi

9. *Care Solutions Designs New Curriculum Focusing on Childhood Obesity Prevention* The news reports on obesity in America are astounding and a number of research studies have shown that childhood obesity is becoming epidemic. Across the U.S., one third of American children and youth are either obese or at risk of becoming obese.¹ In Georgia, nearly one-quarter of 3rd

10. *Credentials* Those hard-earned letters after your name that signify you are a professional in early care and education! Here are the basics: COUNCIL FOR PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION CREDENTIAL CDA: The Child Development Associate Credential Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential For ho

11. *Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees - tell me more!* There are many reasons to advance your education - and your career. Increasing your education: Increases your classroom effectiveness Increases your self-esteem and personal confidence Increases your overall professionalism Increases opportunities for career advancement Increases your earning

12. *NEW! Online Courses from Care Solutions Training* The Dog Days of Summer… Talk about hot! Most of the country is sweltering, and has been for a while. Even with pools, hoses and sprinklers, it’s hard to keep everyone cool. Why is August is sometimes referred to as the “dog days of summer”? Dog Days is the name for the most sultry period of sum

13. *FIRST FAQs* First-time Incentive to Raise Standards for Teachers (FIRST) Frequently Asked Questions November 2009 Eligible Credentials and Degrees Can a candidate receive the incentive from FIRST and assistance from the SCHOLARSHIPS program? Are there any online Child Development Associate (CDA) progra

14. *New Online Courses!* Warm-Weather News and New Online Courses! Warm weather starts the outdoor water play season for child care programs. Sunny days, summer camps and special water activities are fun for everyone. That’s why it’s also time for National Recreational Water Illness Prevention Week, the week before Memo

15. *Free Educational Advisement* SCHOLARSHIPS & INCENTIVES staff help early childhood education professionals by providing information and answers to questions about many aspects of going back to school, including: Identifying educational options in the early childhood education field. Identifying places to go that offer early ch

16. *Success Stories* THEY went back to school …. so can YOU! “I want to thank you all again for the support and financial help that you provide. It is making it possible for me to complete my dream. My daughters both graduated from college; I saved and worked hard so they could, and they both worked dur

17. *SCHOLARSHIPS* SCHOLARSHIPS provides financial assistance to early care and education professionals who: Work in a licensed center, a registered family care or group care home, and Work at least 25 hours a week as a teacher/assistant teacher or 40 hours per week as a director/assistant director, and Earn les

18. *Final Report: Incentives & Scholarships Program FY 2002-2005* Smart Start: The Early Childhood Division of the United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta releases Final Report. Click here to download the report.

19. *Going Back to School Intro* Going Back to School? 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 you

20. *SCHOLARSHIPS & INCENTIVES Annual Program Summary FY2007* Promoting high quality, stable learning environments for Georgia's children by supporting the early care and education professionals who work with them is the goal of the SCHOLARSHIPS & INCENTIVES programs. SCHOLARSHIPS provides financial assistance for those pursuing a qualifying credential or deg

21. *PracticeSCHOL2* SCHOLARSHIPS provides financial assistance to early care and education professionals who: Work in a licensed center, a registered family care or group care home, and Work at least 25 hours a week as a teacher/assistant teacher or 40 hours per week as a director/assistant director, and Earn les

22. *Care Solutions President Carla Rogg Nominated for Industry Technology Award* Carla S. Rogg, President of Care Solutions, Inc., was nominated for the 2009 Woman of the Year in Technology Award, an annual program that celebrates women executives in technology in their accomplishments as leaders in business, as visionaries of technology, and as women who make a difference in th

23. *Permanency for Georgia's Children* Casey Family Programs and the Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) have collaborated to create and implement a developmental case practice model that will effectively enable both staff and service providers to transition from placement main

24. *Creating Healthy Lifestyles: Protecting Children from the Obesity Epidemic*

25. *Care Solutions Assists Georgia DHR with Community & Stakeholder Outreach* Care Solutions, Inc. was chosen by the Georgia Department of Human Resources (DHR), Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS), to assist with community and stakeholder outreach as part of the state’s Child and Family Services Review process. During the months of November and December, 2006, C

26. *FY1996-FY2006 Match, LOC, and SFC Program Report Released* Care Solutions has worked for many years with Georgia's Out-of-Home Care Program managed by the Department of Human Resources, Division of Family and Children Services, Treatment Services Unit. Primarily, Care Solutions has developed and managed for the Unit the LORE (Level of Care

27. *Care Solutions Staff Member Named to National Advisory Panel* Deb Farrell, Senior Project Manager at Care Solutions, Inc., has been named to the National Citizen Review Panel (CRP) Advisory Panel. In her role as Senior Project Manager for the company, Ms. Farrell has been the Senior Technical Advisor for Promoting Safe and Stable Families (PSSF) since 2000,

28. *10th Anniversary of Promoting Safe and Stable Families Marked by Governor's Proclamation* Promoting Safe and Stable Families (PSSF) marked 10 years of service to Georgia with a “Day at the Capitol,” March 9, 2006. In recognition of this milestone, Governor Sonny Perdue proclaimed March 9 as “Safe and Stable Families Day” in Georgia. State Legislators and Officials were invited to a l

29. *Survey for Current and Potential Students in Early Care and Education Programs* Welcome to the Mercer University, Tift College of Education survey for professionals in early care and education on challenges and barriers to program matriculation as well as input on the need for blended instructional strategies. The survey is for individuals attending DTAE institutions, high scho

30. *Early Childhood Care and Education Training Classes* Getting Started As a childcare professional, you want to be informed about the latest and best practices for keeping children safe, happy, and healthy - and you need to meet training requirements while working a demanding job. That's why Care Solutions, Inc. created CD-based and online versions of

31. *It All Co$t$ Money - what about financial aid?* You may think that financial aid is only for first-time college students, but that’s not true. There are many programs offering grants, scholarships and loans for the “non-traditional student”. To help you get started, the Georgia Student Finance Commission has an Adult Learner area on

32. *2003 Georgia Childcare Market Rate Survey*

33. *With Community & Stakeholder Outreach*

34. *SCHOLARSHIPS & INCENTIVES*

35. *Division of Public Health Project: BCW Public Hearings & Report* Babies Can't Wait Division of Public Health Project: Babies Can’t Wait Public Hearings & Report The Babies Can’t Wait (BCW) program is Georgia’s statewide early intervention system for infants and toddlers with special needs, ages birth to three, and their families. The Department of

36. *Georgia Child Care Maps Updated*

37. *SCHOLARSHIPS & INCENTIVES Programs Boost Early Care and Education in Georgia*

38. *Training Opportunities* School-Age Training Caring for school-age children is much easier and more fun when they are actively engaged in learning. School-Age Training provided through Care Solutions, Inc. is designed to help school-age providers use what we know about brain development to create and/or enhance learning

39. *Final Report: Incentives & Scholarship Programs, FY 2002-2005*

40. *Care Solutions Supports Literacy and United Way of Metro Atlanta* Care Solutions, in conjunction with United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta and Smart Start Georgia, presents the Early Reading First Symposium being held on January 2 - 3, 2009 at the Loudermilk Center in Atlanta, GA. Click here to view the Symposium Program.

41. *Babies Can't Wait Program* Division of Public Health Project Facilitated by Care Solutions, Inc. Preparing to serve an increasing population of children ages 0-3 with developmental delays presented a series of challenges to the Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health Babies Can’t Wait Progra

42. *Care Solutions Supports Casey Family Programs and Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) in Foster Child Permanency Roundtable Project Evaluation*

43. *Training -- Frequently Asked Questions* Frequently Asked Questions How do I complete a course? What does this course cost? What equipment do I need to use this CD? Do I need internet access? Are these courses approved by Bright from the Start? Do they count towards…? Will my hours be reported to the Georgia Early Care and Education P

44. *I WORK and have other responsibilities - how can school fit in?* If you have a goal and make a plan to achieve it, you WILL succeed. Many others like yourself -- with work, family and other responsibilities – have set high goals and achieved them. It may not happen overnight, but it can and WILL happen! Here are some words that may help you think about the po

45. *NEW! Online Courses from Care Solutions Training*

46. *Care Solutions Publishes Louisiana’s 2009 Child Care Market Rate Survey* For the fourth time since 2003, Care Solutions, Inc. was chosen by the Louisiana Department of Social Services to survey the local market costs of child care throughout the state. The results of these studies assist the state in determining payment rates for subsidized child care. In addition t

47. *Care Solutions Publishes Louisiana’s 2007 Child Care Market Rate Survey* For the third time since 2003, Care Solutions, Inc. was chosen by the Louisiana Department of Social Services to survey the local market costs of child care throughout the state. The results of these studies assist the state in determining payment rates for subsidized child care. In addition to

48. *Focusing on Childhood Obesity Prevention*

49. *NEW! Care Solutions Develops Online and CD-Based Trainings* Childcare teachers, directors and family childcare providers have a new alternative for obtaining required training hours that won’t break the budget! Care Solutions, Inc., well-known for its statewide professional development conferences and trainings, is making many of its popular courses availab

50. *Care Solutions Publishes Louisiana’s 2009 Child Care Market Rate Survey*

51. *Map of Georgia's HOPE-eligible Schools*

52. *DHS/Casey Family Programs -- Permanency for Georgia's Children*

53. *Special drawing among web site visitors who attended the Conference*

54. *March 9, 2006*

55. *Going Back to School for Early Childhood Education?* 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! One path to professional growth is through education … and there are lots of ways to “go back to school” or improve

56. *Care Solutions Publishes Metro County Profiles*

57. *Child Care Provider Maps*

58. *INCENTIVES Program Managed by Care Solutions Makes National News*

59. *2007 Child Care Market Rate Survey*

60. *Care Solutions Staff Member Named to National Advisory Panel*

61. *Care Solutions Named IACET Authorized Provider*

62. *Care Solutions President Nominated for Technology Award*

63. *Informal/Unregulated Child Care Provider Trainings* Informal Provider Training Winter/Spring 2007 Courses Added Care Solutions, Inc. is providing training through the DHR, DFCS, Child Care Unit to help informal/unregulated and family child care providers obtain the skills and knowledge necessary to establish and maintain a safe and developmental

64. *Schoolage, Informal/Unregulated & Family Child Care Provider Training*

65. *INCENTIVES Program Managed by Care Solutions Makes National News* Click here for Bright from the Start news release distributed by Reuters.

66. *Care Solutions is an IACET Authorized Provider* Care Solutions, Inc. has been approved as an Authorized Provider of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), McLean, VA. In obtaining this approval, Care Solutions has demonstrated that it complies with the ANSI/IACET Stan

67. *The latest one-hour training course from Care Solutions*

68. *Care Solutions Publishes Metro County Profiles* Care Solutions, in conjunction with United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta’s Commission on Early Learning, presents the publication of the Metropolitan Atlanta Family and Children County Profiles. Click here to view the Metro County Profile Report.

69. *Facilitated by Care Solutions*

70. *CARE SOLUTIONS IS AN IACET AUTHORIZED PROVIDER* Care Solutions, Inc. has been reviewed and approved as an authorized provider of Continuing Education Units (CEU's) by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 1620 I Street NW, Suite 615, Washington, DC 20006.

71. *Professional Development and Training* Care Solutions, Inc. has extensive professional development and training expertise. Quality training with continuing education credit is provided by the professional development division of Care Solutions, Care Solutions Training. Our staff has a proven track record with both large multi-session con

72. *FAQs* Why the “CARE” in Care Solutions? One of our most frequently asked questions! Care Solutions was founded in 1990 to provide consulting services to federal- and state-funded agencies in the human services arena. Families and children needing “care” of one kind or another are the focus of many o

73. *Training Course Offerings* Ready to begin? Choose one of the state-approved courses listed below. Remember, new classes are being added every month! Beginning Teacher: Mandated Reporting (2 hours) – “Mandated Reporters: Critical Links in Protecting Children” Hand Washing (1 hour) – “Hand Washing: Clean Hands = Bet

74. *Early Reading First Symposium - Jan. 2-3, 2009* Care Solutions Supports Literacy and United Way of Metro Atlanta

75. *About Us* Care Solutions, Inc. (CSI) was established in 1990 as a management consulting firm for organizations striving to maximize the use of technology in the public, non-profit and private sectors. Since that time, CSI, headquartered in Atlanta, GA, has provided high quality, cost-effective services to a

76. *2005 Louisiana Market Rate Survey*

77. *2003 Louisiana Childcare Market Rate Survey*

78. *Congratulations to Terri Martin-Yates, who visited the Care Solutions booth at the Bright from the Start Early Learning Conference, then entered our web drawing and won a $50.00 prepaid gas card!*

79. *Contact Us* Care Solutions, Inc.5555 Glenridge ConnectorSuite 150 Atlanta, GA 30342 Phone: 770.642.6722 or 1.800.227.3410 Fax: 770.640.6073 Email: information@caresolutions.com Click here for directions

80. *Early Reading First Symposium - Jan. 2-3, 2009 Care Solutions Supports Literacy & UW of Metro ATL*

81. *NEW! Care Solutions Develops Online and CD-Based Trainings*

82. *Research and Evaluation* Understanding stakeholders and markets is critical to any successful business or organization. Care Solutions brings a wealth of experience together with the specific expertise and resources required to conduct both qualitative and quantitative research. Whether your project is statewide, local or

83. *Web Applications* Effective use of the Internet is vital for product marketing, customer relations, interactive services and database requirements of human services organizations. Care Solutions is a leader in developing web-based applications and databases to support marketing programs, service delivery, program

84. *Services* What Care Solutions Can Do For You - Manage Data – web-based, secure, interactive, reliable - Administer Programs – databases, reports, management services - Deliver Outcomes & Evaluation – research, analysis, reporting - Consulting Services – timely & proactive support - Curriculum-based Train

85. *Community* As a concerned corporate citizen, Care Solutions promotes volunteer involvement – among its staff and also by the company. We are committed to giving back to the communities in which our employees live by encouraging them to volunteer and by donating our resources in support of their efforts.

86. *Final Report: SCHOLARSHIPS and INCENTIVES*

87. *SCHOLARSHIPS and INCENTIVES CDA Contact Information* The SCHOLARSHIPS and INCENTIVES programs encourage professional development among early care and education teachers and administrators. If you are interested in obtaining your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, you may be looking for a CDA class in your area. By providing your name and

88. *2008 School-Age Workforce Conference Register Now* 2008 School-Age Workforce Conference March 15, 2008 - Register Now The only statewide school-age training by Care Solutions this year! Click here for registration form

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90. *Project Management* Effective management is the difference between program success and failure. Yet, many organizations lack the staff and resources necessary for comprehensive program management. Care Solutions helps organizations leverage internal resources and meet their program management goals. For example,

91. *Combat H1N1 With New Online Courses!* Everywhere you look , H1N1 and seasonal flu are in the news. Other than getting a flu shot, what’s the best way you can combat the flu? Wash your hands! Doctors and health professionals are urging the public to properly wash hands and use other cleaning methods to keep surfaces free of germs. Y

92. *Directions* Care Solutions has moved to a new office! We are now located at 5555 Glenridge Connector, Suite 150, Atlanta, GA 30342, immediately off GA 400 (Ph: 770–642–6722). Visitor parking is available in the attached parking deck. Click on the map above for driving directions from Google Maps. Tr