Even if the entire early education workforce had four - year degrees, classroom quality would remain uneven. (educationnext.org)
Download NAEYC's federal and state agendas to learn more about how NAEYC thinks we can get there, taking steps to provide federal fundingthat supports families in need; build a strong early education workforce; and support smart tax incentives that help families and drive quality, while promoting both equity and excellence. (naeyc.org)
In short, there is no easily identifiable and easily regulated pipeline for training the early education workforce, a clear challenge for policymakers. (educationnext.org)