Families & Educators

Helping Families and Educators Thrive

We equip parents, caregivers, and early childhood educators with the tools, training, and support they need to build strong foundations for children.

Your Gateway to Resources and Growth.

Raising and caring for children is no small task—whether you're a parent, grandparent, or early childhood educator.

At the Child Care Council, we’ve supported thousands of families and professionals over the last 40+ years by offering a one-stop connection to resources, training, and a trusted support system.

How to Get Started

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Become a Member

Unlock access to everything we offer: guidance, training, and a connected community that truly understands your day-to-day.

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Access Resources & Training

As a member, you’ll get access to state-approved trainings (live and on-demand), downloadable guides and toolkits, and more.

Grow with Confidence

With membership, you’ll no longer feel like you're figuring it all out alone. You’ll have a team of experts, advocates, and peers walking with you.

40 Years of Service

We proudly partner with early care professionals and child care providers to help meet state licensing requirements, maintain compliance, and elevate care quality.

Through our programs, you can:


  • Complete required annual trainings and refreshers
  • Earn and maintain state certifications
  • Access a calendar of approved courses and workshops
  • Receive support preparing for program assessments or renewals


Let us handle the complexity—so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.

Certification & Training Made Easy

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Hear from the people we serve...

Testimonials

Member

Child Care Council of Kentucky

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“Wonderful training. I enjoyed the encouragement of written reflection. Reflective writing is truly how I retain information on a deeper level.”


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“The speaker that you had on the videos was great and down to earth! I loved listening to her and her experiences; she made everything make sense!”


Member

Child Care Council of Kentucky

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“I really enjoyed learning more on this subject and how to potentially prevent [child abuse].”


Training Attendee

Child Abuse Prevention Training

Need Help Finding the Right Fit?

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(859) 254-9176
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debbie.link@cccofky.com
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  • I’m a parent or caregiver — where should I start?

    Start with our Families & Educators page for resources, support programs, and guidance to help you give your child the best start in life.

  • I’m an early childhood professional — what can I access?

    You’ll find professional development, training, and peer support through our educator-focused programs. Visit the Families & Educators page to learn more.

  • I represent a business or agency — can we partner?

    Absolutely. Head to our Businesses & Agencies page to explore collaboration opportunities that strengthen your workforce and your community.

  • Not sure where to begin?

    We’re happy to help. Let’s talk and find the best place to start based on your goals.