Maryland State Childcare Association

As the premier professional association for licensed child care and early learning centers operating in Maryland, the Maryland State Child Care Association (MSCCA) is dedicated to supporting the state's most valuable resource: its children. We believe that the earliest years of a child's life are crucial in shaping their future, and it is our mission to provide the necessary tools and resources to ensure that our state's young ones receive the best possible start in life.

Our Services

At MSCCA, we offer a range of services designed to support our member centers, business members, and the early childhood education community as a whole. These services include:

Membership

Our membership program offers a variety of benefits, including access to our online directory, discounts on training and events, and opportunities to network with other professionals in the field. We have different membership options to suit the needs of our centers, including business membership options for those who support the early childhood education community.

Advocacy and Legislation

We work closely with state and local policymakers to advance the interests of our member centers and the children they serve. Our advocacy efforts focus on promoting policies and legislation that support early childhood education and provide a high-quality education for Maryland's children.

Training and Events

We believe that ongoing professional development is essential for delivering the highest quality early childhood education. As such, we offer a range of training opportunities, from workshops and conferences to online courses and webinars. These events provide our member centers with the tools and resources they need to stay up-to-date on the latest research and best practices.

Resource Center

Our resource center offers a wealth of information and resources to support our member centers, including articles, toolkit, and online courses. We also provide access to our member directory, which allows our member centers to connect with other professionals in the field.

Maryland Child Care Mapping

We have developed a real-time interactive mapping tool in partnership with MFN and Upfront, a software company that validates and provides access to childcare data. This tool allows policymakers to track the availability of care and identify childcare deserts throughout the state.

Partnerships and Collaborations

We believe that collaboration is key to achieving our mission. As such, we partner with other organizations, including the Maryland State Department of Education, to advance the interests of our member centers and the children they serve.

About Us

The Maryland State Child Care Association is a professional organization dedicated to supporting the state's early childhood education community. We are committed to providing the necessary resources and services to ensure that our member centers are equipped to deliver high-quality early childhood education to Maryland's children.