How to Join Early Learning for All

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  • Process

Steps

  • Watch Our Pre-application Informational Video
  • The first step in becoming an Early Learning For All program is to view the pre-application informational video linked below. This video provides critical information about the Early Learning For All application requirements and process. Before beginning your application, please watch the entire video in the language of your preference using the links below. Cantonese English Mandarin Spanish
  • Collect Transcript(s) and/or Permit(s)
  • You will need to upload documentation verifying your program meets the minimum teacher qualifications to both the California ECE Workforce Registry and to your online application. Please collect all necessary transcripts and/or permits prior to moving on to steps 3-4 as you will need your documentation ready to complete these steps. Starting in FY2026-2027 all academic units must come from a regionally accredited California Teacher Credentialing approved institution. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to check if your units come from a regionally accredited institution approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CA CTC): English Spanish Chinese
  • Create a CA ECE Workforce Registry Account & Upload Documentation of Teacher Qualifications
  • The Early Learning For All application requires the CA ECE Workforce Registry ID Number of the program Director or Owner. If you do not already have a Registry account, please create one at https://www.caregistry.org/ before completing your Early Learning For All application. After creating your account, upload all transcript(s) and/or permit(s) verifying your program meets the Early Learning For All minimum teacher qualifications. For Centers, each Director and Lead Teacher will need their own CA ECE Workforce Registry account and will need to upload their own transcripts and/or permits.  Center Directors will also need to request Administrative Access and verify each of their Lead Teacher’s employment. For step-by-step guides to creating your Registry account, finding your Registry ID, requesting administrative access, and uploading transcripts and permits, please view the guides linked below: Create a Profile Find Your Registry ID Complete Your Registry Profile Checklist How to Upload Documents on the Registry Resources for Employers How to Request Administrative Access How to Review and Verify Staff Information  For additional questions or support with creating a California ECE Workforce Registry Account please contact the Children’s Council Help Desk: [email protected] 415-343-4669
  • Complete an Application
  • Use the links below to complete our online application in your preferred language. English Spanish Chinese
  • We Will Contact You
  • DEC will review your application and contact you regarding next steps. This flow chart provides an overview of what you can expect after your application is submitted.