Are you passionate about shaping the future of young children and eager to start or continue a rewarding career in early childhood education? The QUEST Childcare Training Program is here to help you turn that passion into a fulfilling profession!
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Why Choose QUEST?
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Education & Training: Gain access to financial assistance for college courses, vocational programs, and specialized training that lead to certifications or degrees within the childcare and early childhood education sector.
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Job Placement Assistance: We’ll help you find valuable internships, on-the-job training, and work experience at recognized childcare businesses. You’ll earn a competitive wage - either the business’s prevailing rate or at least $13.00 per hour, whichever is higher!
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Supportive Services: Stay focused on your career goals with assistance for transportation, childcare, and other resources that will help you balance life’s demands while pursuing your training.
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Books, Supplies, and Gear: QUEST covers costs for essential items like textbooks, tools, uniforms, and
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any equipment you need for your education or work in childcare.​
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Who Can Join?
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Are you at least 17 years old and eligible to work in the United States; – AND –
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Have had employment status at any time impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic – OR –
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Have no work history or are entering the workforce for the first time
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*Other eligibility criteria may apply.
This project is 100% funded by a $15 million Department of Labor (DOL) Employment & Training Administration grant. The product was created by the recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of DOL/ETA. DOL/ETA makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership. This product is copyrighted by the institution that created it.