Related Web Sites

Links to web sites of value to the Head Start and Early Childhood communities are available here.

1. Administration for Children & Families
   The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is responsible for federal programs that promote the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals, and communities.



2. Child Development Associate (CDA) Council
   Information on acquiring and maintaining CDA credentialing is provided here.



3. Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL)
   Information on preventing challenging behaviors and mental health challenges in child care and Head Start is offered here.



4. Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (ECKLC)
   Head Start information memorandums, program instructions, and other resources available here.
   
   
5. Early Head Start National Resource Center
   Information on serving infants, toddlers, pregnant women and their families is available here.


6. Head Start Interim Grantee Management - Community Development Institute
   Information on the Office of Head Start's interim grantee management program is offered here.



7. Indian Health Service
   Information on providing preventive health services for the Head Start American Indian – Alaska Native community is offered here.



8. National Family Literacy Center
   Information on Head Start Family Literacy is offered here.



9. National Head Start Oral Health Resource Center
   Information on Head Start oral health is available here.
   
   
10. National Head Start Training and Technical Assistance Resource Center (NRC)
    Information related to OHS priorities and training events is available here.



11. SpecialQuest Birth-Five: Head Start/Hilton Training Program
    Information on providing services to infants/toddlers with disabilities and their families is offered here.