Child Care Resources
Child Care Providers are an essential industry to every community in Nebraska!
Find specific resources to support child care businesses in this specialized navigator. If you are looking for trainings and other events for child care providers, please see the calendar of events at the bottom of the page.
Follow the links below to view important child care topics.
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Blueprint For Success: Planning a High-Quality Early Childhood Program

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Buffett Early Childhood Institute at the University of Nebraska
The vision of the Buffett Early Childhood Institute is that Nebraska will become the best place in the nation to be a baby.
Buffett Early Childhood Institute
Phone: (402) 554-2924
Website
2111 South 67th Street
Suite 350
Omaha, NE 68106
Child Care Licensing - Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
In Nebraska, anyone who provides child care to four or more children from different families must be licensed as a child care provider. There are five license types: Family Child Care Home I, Family Child Care Home II, Child Care Center, Preschool, and School-Age-Only Center.
Children's Services Licensing
Phone: (402) 471-6564
Website
301 Centennial Mall South
PO Box 94986
Lincoln, NE 68509
Communities for Kids (C4K) - Nebraska Children and Families Foundation
The Communities for Kids (C4K) initiative was created in response to community requests for assistance with shortages of high-quality early care and education programs — shortages that both impact children’s optimal development and pose a challenge for communities hoping to attract and retain the viable workforce they need to thrive.
Early Childhood Training Center - Nebraska Department of Education
The Early Childhood Training Center, part of the Nebraska Department of Education’s Office of Early Childhood, provides the state leadership for the Early Learning Connection, Nebraska’s early childhood professional development system.
Early Childhood Training Center
Phone: (402) 557-6880
Website
6949 South 110th Street
La Vista, NE 68128
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Central
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - High Plains
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Northern
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Omaha
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Panhandle
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Platte Valley
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Southeast
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
First Five Nebraska - Business & Economic Leaders
First Five Nebraska is a team of public policy, data analysis and communications professionals focused on advancing high-quality early care and learning opportunities for Nebraska’s youngest children.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Dixon County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Lancaster County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Adams County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Cedar County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Dawes County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Dodge County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Douglas-Sarpy County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Holt County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Red Willow County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Scotts Bluff County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Seward County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Statewide
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives by providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Midlands Latino Community Development Corporation (MLCDC)
MLCDC provides individuals with opportunities to generate economic growth and develop a sustainable future in the Midlands.
Midwest Child Care Association
Midwest Child Care Association is a sponsor of the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program. MCCA reimburses licensed homes and centers that participate in the program for feeding the children in their care well-balanced nutritional meals.
Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative
Providing support, resources, and training to strengthen early learning across Nebraska.
Nutrition and Physical Activity Self-Assessment for Child Care (Go NAP SACC)
Go NAP SACC is a childcare provider training that helps child care facilities support children’s healthy eating and physical activity. Go NAP SACC is designed for facilities that care for children ages birth to 5 years old.
Step Up to Quality - Nebraska Department of Education
High-quality early childhood programs can have a lifelong, positive impact on young children and their families. Step Up to Quality helps early child care providers and educators recognize and improve quality.
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