Fall Leadership Symposium Registration Now Open!

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Attendees save 10% when you register for the symposium online.

There are three conference registration Payment Methods:  Credit Card, Check and MSDC Training Voucher.

MSDE Training Voucher:  If you are selecting the MSDE Training Voucher as your payment method, please note that the deadline to submit your form is Saturday, August 11^th.  The MSDE Training and Credentialing department responsible for reviewing your training voucher request will add the “assigned approval number” to your voucher.  For those who register online, it is recommended that you attach a printed copy of your confirmation email to the completed Training Voucher form.  If you registering using the “paper” registration form, you can attach a copy of the form to the Training Voucher.

MSDE Training Voucher Reimbursement Instructions: Your application for post-conference training reimbursement must be submitted within 180 days following MSCCA’s 2018 Leadership Mini Conference/Symposium on Thursday, October 11th. Eligible applicants must hold a current Maryland Child Care Credential of Level Two or higher.

Exhibitors:  Partners and businesses that serve the early childhood education industry are invited to sponsor a table in the exhibit area and network with attendees during meals and designated agenda times.  Event exhibitors and sponsors will receive prominent mention in the conference program, signage at the event, and will be introduced to the membership with a pre-function announcement. If you’re not able to join us onsite, please consider your support as a sponsor!

Registering online as an exhibitor is preferred.

MSCCA Referral Coupon: We want to reward you with a gift card and a chance to win a free registration to the MSCCA Conference by the Sea 2019.  All you have to do is invite a first time guest who attends the MSCCA Fall Leadership Symposium.  Learn more on the Referral Coupon Form.

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Welcome to the Maryland State Child Care Association!

The Maryland State Child Care Association (MSCCA) is the premiere professional association for licensed child care and early learning centers operating in Maryland and for associated businesses and individuals that support the mission of the Association. Our members are committed to providing the highest levels of cognitive, social/emotional, and physical development in safe and secure environments for the children entrusted to their care. We truly believe that we care for Maryland’s most important natural resource, our children. As a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) trade association of child care centers, MSCCA provides professional development for the staff of member centers and educational outreach to the general public on matters related to early childhood education. MSCCA is actively engaged in the public policy arena to ensure that the laws and regulations governing our members are consistent with quality for the children and affordability for their parents and guardians. MSCCA Chapters in regions across Maryland provide our members with information, resources, and networking opportunities that are accessible on a local basis. MSCCA is the official state affiliate of the National Child Care Association. Additionally, Board members participate actively with a variety of other organizations including, Maryland Family Network (MFN), Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Governor’s Council for Children and other organizations that share our members’ commitment to high quality, affordable child care and early learning. More information about membership opportunities for MSCCA is available on our website (www.mscca.org). Interested child care centers, businesses serving the industry and individuals are encouraged to call or email the Executive Director or MSCCA Board members with any questions or for assistance. More information about membership in the MSCCA is available under the section on Membership Applications. Interested child care centers, affiliates, businesses serving the industry, and individuals are welcome to call our offices at (410) 820.9196 or (877) 820.9196, toll-free in Maryland.