Career Planning and Exploration

Whether you are new to the field of early care and education or a veteran with years of experience under your belt, planning the direction of your career is important, but easy with MiRegistry.

Below you will find resources to help you explore "what ifs" and possibilities with a focus on professional development (training and education), funding opportunities that will help  you make your dreams a reality, and information about daily responsibilities in a variety of roles.

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    Explore Your Skills and Interests with Self-Assessment Tools

    Explore whether the field or early childhood and school age care and education is generally a good fit for you and which types of roles in the field might align with your skills and interests
    Explore Your Skills and Interests

    Explore Careers in the Early Childhood and School Age Care and Education Field

    Many skilled professionals play unique roles in ensuring high quality care and education for all children. Learn more about potential roles, including what a day in their life looks like, qualifications for employment, and the settings in which the roles function.
    Explore Career Opportunities

    Explore Career Development Opportunities

    There are many types of trainings and educational opportunities available to support career development in the field of early childhood and school age care and education. Learn more about the opportunities available and funding that can ensure you pay little to no cost to participate.
    Explore Career Development
    Career Pathway
    Use this information to guide and plan your career development.

    Job Boards for Job Seekers and Recruiters

    MAISA, MIAEYC, Great Start to Quality, and Early On, host free job boards to support workforce development.

    Financial Supports

    Learn about financial supports available to support your career development goals.
    Use Self-Assessments for Career Guidance

    Use self-assessments to understand how your skills and interests might align with career opportunities.

    Explore Career Opportunities
    Learn more about careers in the early childhood and school age care and education field.
    Explore Career Development Opportunities
    Learn about expanding your career opportunities through training, credentials, and higher education.
    Provide Feedback on the Career Exploration Tool
    Provide constructive feedback on the Career Exploration Tool.