Rather, accreditation gives them the opportunity to examine their homes and the way they interact with children, assuring that all the details are in place. Providers report that accreditation is an incentive for them to improve their programs. It gives them concrete goals toward which to work. It is like that as accreditation becomes more widespread, less experienced and less skilled providers will pursue it and will learn even more from the process. Increases Provider's Self-Esteem .
Most accredited providers feel that accreditation gives a boost to their self-esteem.
Accredited providers say that they feel good that a national organization says they operate in a professional manner. They say that this independent confirmation also makes parents feel good about them and their programs. Providers feel proud to hang the accreditation certificate on their wall. 3. Makes Providers Feel More Professional . Accreditation makes them feel that being a family child care provider takes special skills and is not something anyone can do well.