From Caregiver to Credential Champion: Cathy’s Legacy in Early Childhood Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Cathy, the …

Teaching with Heart: Girija’s Lifelong Calling in Early Childhood Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Girija , teaching …

From Babysitter to System Builder: Tammy’s Lifelong Journey in Early Childhood Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For …

Teaching as a Love Language: Sonja’s Purpose in Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Sonja, working with …

From Ministry to Mentorship: ShaRhonda’s Path in Early Childhood Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For ShaRhonda, the seeds …

From Lunch Aide to Lifelong Educator: Sarah’s Journey in Early Childhood Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For …

From After-School Participant to Program Leader: Mahmoud’s Journey in Out-of-School Time Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For …

From Classroom Closer to Statewide Advocate: Kelsey’s Evolution in Early Childhood Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For …

From Preschool Play to Professional Pathways: Jennifer’s Journey in Early Childhood Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For …

From First-Grade Dreams to Statewide Systems Change: Brenda’s Journey in Early Childhood Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. …

Rooted in Relationships: Ashela’s Path to Leadership in Early Childhood Education Published October 14, 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. Ashela’s journey …

Michigan Adopts New Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators

BIG NEWS FOR MICHIGAN’S EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FIELD!  In response to national trends and the evolving needs of the early childhood workforce, Michigan is proud to announce the adoption of a brand-new set of Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators! These new standards replace the Michigan Core Knowledge and Core Competencies (CKCCs) and are fully aligned with the National Association for the Education …

MiRegistry News for Now – May 2025

Check out the latest MiRegistry News for Now. In this newsletter we have new resources and a few reminders, as well as an opportunity for you to provide feedback on a new career pathway tool in development. Take a look, provide your feedback, and enter to win a gift card! Check out the latest News for Now!

State of Michigan Demographic and Wage Data Report

MiRegistry/MiLEAP is pleased to present a data report about Michigan’s Early Childhood Education and Out of School Time Workforce. The data included provides unique insight into the demographics, education, compensation, and experience of the workforce. It encompasses individuals actively participating in MiRegistry and provides a vital snapshot of our workforce landscape and the dedicated individuals who shape it. Read the …

MiRegistry Training Spotlight – December 2024

Check out the December 2024 edition of MiRegistry Training Spotlight! Training Spotlight was created to keep YOU up to date on new training developed by the state of Michigan and its partner agencies. The December 2024 edition of Training Spotlight includes information about virtual professional development opportunities to support challenging behavior and increase social and emotional development.

Michigan AEYC Supports for Achieving a CDA Credential

Achieving a CDA credential is a significant step towards advancing your career in early childhood education. The Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children (Michigan AEYC) is committed to supporting individuals on this journey. Through a variety of resources and services, Michigan AEYC provides the guidance and tools needed to successfully complete the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential process. …

MiRegistry News for Now – June

The latest edition of the MiRegistry newsletter, News for Now was sent in June 2024! To see the full newsletter click here! This edition of News for Now featured:

MiRegistry Training Spotlight

Check out the first edition of Training Spotlight. We are excited to roll out this new newsletter to keep YOU up to date on new training developed by the state of Michigan and their partner agencies. It also has helpful tips you can use to find the trainings you need to move forward on your career development journey. This edition …

State of Michigan Demographic and Wage Data Report: 2024

MiRegistry proudly supports members of the Michigan Early Childhood and Out of School Time workforce by providing a statewide data system for professionals, trainers, and organizations to verify and track employment and training and educational accomplishments. In addition to providing direct customer service, MiRegistry serves as a data clearinghouse, with the responsibility of providing a database to store user information, …

Infant Safe Sleep Month Information

October is Infant Safe Sleep Month in Michigan calling attention to the importance of preventing sleep-related infant deaths. To keep babies 0-12 months of age safe, while sleeping at night and during naps, families can follow the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines: Families can learn more about the safe sleep guidelines and why they are recommended to keep babies …

Translation Now Available

Beginning April 4th, users will be able to access MiRegistry in both Spanish and Arabic by selecting the dropdown menu highlighted in the image below. This new, easy-to-use feature, is available by clicking “English” in the upper right-hand corner and then selecting the desired language.  If you are visiting a page that has not yet been accessed in your chosen …

MiRegistry wants to hear from YOU!

MiRegistry wants to hear from you! Take this survey to share your experiences with online trainings and how you access them.  The deadline for completion is April 7th. Click the link at the end of the survey to provide your contact details and be entered into a drawing for a $15.00 gift card.  Six names will be drawn. Thank you in advance for …

Searching for Events by Area of Interest and Topic

The MiRegistry Statewide Training Calendar allows you to search for professional development opportunities and sign-up for training events in your area or online.  You can narrow your search by specifying Area of Interest or Topic. This is especially useful for finding training events that qualify for specific GSQ indicators. In addition to finding training opportunities to meet GSQ professional development indicators, you …