EECI and Indiana Department of Workforce Development Has Partnered To Bring You Childcare Certification ...
WHAT IS THE WORKFORCE READY GRANT?
The Next Level Jobs Workforce Ready Grant is a grant program that covers the tuition and fees of qualifying certificate training programs across Indiana. With EECI the following is covered:
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Enrollment into Apprenticeship Related Training Instruction (Credential Prep Course)
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Dual Enrollment Into Courses leading to National Recognized Childcare Industry Credential
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One attempt to assessment for National Child Development Association (CDA) Credential Exam, application and observation fee included in tuition
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Local and/or Virtual Support, group classes to meet the 120 Clock hour criteria
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Job Placement and/or employee retention leading to higher wage in industry
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Bridge academic gaps to support you in enrollment into an AA or BA program in Early Childhood Education
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HOW DOES IT WORK?
To get started, qualified applicants must fill out an inquiry form and the below form to help us determine the following:
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Where you live in Indiana
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The Workforce office nearest to you (for documentation purposes only)
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Education level
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When you can start training
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How you prefer to attend class (ex: day, night, online, parttime, fulltime)
How Do I Get Started: (All steps must be completed)
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Fill out the Indiana Inquiry form to indicate you want to enroll with Early Education Career Institute​
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After submitting inquiry form, please fill the bottom form to let us know you are interested!
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Complete the Application Form for EECI and you are all set!
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The final step is to wait for an enrollment letter to be issued, once received please join the orientation and submit any additional paperwork discussed.
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All applicants must complete these steps to become a Registered Apprentice:
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Apply to become an ECE US DOL Registered Apprentice with EECI
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Participate in the apprenticeship interview.
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Have Appendix D Completed by your employee sponsor program
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Classes Now Being Held: Online Live with Virtual Instructor,
Face to Face in Berne, Hammond and Indianapolis
Enrollment Short Form
Please complete the form below to be considered for grant funding