These centers offer individualized developmentally appropriate curriculum to meet the needs of children of all ages. Eligible centers are accredited by the National Association of Young Children. Family Child Care Programs Air Force Family Child Care Programs provide training and oversight to licensed family child care homes on or near the Air Force installation. Care is also provided to mildly ill children and for parents who work different shifts. The Air Force offers providers the use of lending programs stocked with supplies and equipment needed to set up and maintain quality environments for children.
Providers receive intensive on-going training to ensure high standards of care are met.
The Air Force encourages and supports providers becoming accredited by National Association for Family Child Care. A wide range of activities and specialty camps are offered such as Camp Adventure, arts and crafts, theater camps, computer groups, music camps, and various sports camps. Duties include preparing and submitting annual budgets, purchasing supplies and equipment, handling employment issues, and overseeing the overall operation of the program. Child Development Program Technicians implement specialized developmental care for children in the Child Development Center and provide basic oversight for Child Development Program Technicians and assistants who work in the center. Training and Curriculum Specialists Training and Curriculum Specialists develop, implement, and oversee the training programs for employees of the Child Development Center, School-Age, and Family Child Care programs.