We are a leading expert in the field of early childhood education with decades of experience in aiding child care professionals to nurture healthy children. We are committed to improving the quality, availability, and affordability of child care in New York City.
We advocate for improvement in the profession by helping to develop and shape policies that impact early care, child welfare, and education issues in New York State. We promote a positive public image and perception of the value of the child care profession, and we support the career development of early childhood education professionals.
CDSC is a member of the New York City Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) consortium. CCR&R's provide outreach to parents, employers, organizations, service providers and the public sector throughout the five boroughs in New York City. Our services help families and communities ensure that their children receive the best possible early childhood experience available.
Through our child care resource and referral services, CDSC helps to increase the supply of quality childcare in New York City by helping caregivers access child development training and certification.
We provide services for the following:
Parents
Childcare Providers
Employers
The Community
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