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Become a Child Care Worker

What does a childcare worker do?
Childcare workers care for a variety of children from infants to school age children, attending to their basic needs and playing an important role in their development. Organized activities to help stimulate the physical, social, intellectual, and emotional development. Childcare workers keep in contact with parents/guardians to keep them informed on their child’s development, needs, and progress.

What kind of training does a childcare worker need?

Childcare workers need at least a high school diploma, and most employers require some type of post secondary training. Many childcare workers complete associate or bachelor degrees in child development or early childhood education. Many childcare workers are required to pass a background check, be up to date on immunizations, and be trained in CPR and first aid. Childcare workers often receive continuous training on safety and health topics. Some childcare workers have the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and others have the Certified Childcare Professional (CCP).

What are the prospects for a career as a childcare worker?

Employment of childcare workers is expected to grow faster than average for all professions, increasing 18% from 2006 to 2016. The growing population and increased need for childcare services will drive job growth. Job prospects are expected to be excellent especially for childcare workers that are highly qualified. There will be numerous job openings from the need to replace childcare workers that retire, transfer, or leave the field for other reasons.


A career as a childcare worker is a great choice for people with a strong passion for caring for children. Childcare workers must be constantly alert and enthusiastic about their work. They must be mature and understanding and have good physical stamina to be able to keep up with energetic children.

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