Find a Provider - The Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County (2024)

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Florida’s School Readiness Program offers financial assistance for qualifying families for early education programs. Click here to learn more.

The Voluntary Prekindergarten Program (VPK) is a free prekindergarten program for 4-year-olds who reside in Florida. Click here to learn more.

Use our interactive map below to find the nearest provider.

Disclaimer: This map is updated periodically and may not display the latest data. Last update: Oct 13, 2022.

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Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) – Provider not contracted with the ELCHC

Family Child Care Home

Offers School Readiness ONLY

Offers VPK ONLY


Note: The yellow Family Child Care Home icon will not appear on map, but the individual listing will note if it is a FCCH.

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6302 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd.
Suite 100 Tampa, FL 33619
(813) 515-2340

Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat-Sun: Closed.

Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) services provided by the Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County are available to all families residing within Hillsborough County. We are committed to ensuring that every family has access to resources, information, and support to find high-quality child care options that meet their specific needs.

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Proudly Celebrating Our Achievements:

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REGISTRATION

All registrations for IECP learning events and workshops are completed online. Registrations are received on a first-come, first-served basis and seating is limited. An account to our online platform is required for all learning event registrations regardless of cost or type of payment used.

PAYMENT

Payment, if required, can be made online at the time of registration.

REGISTRATION CANCELLATION POLICY

Registrants have up to 48 hours before a scheduled learning event to cancel. A refund will be made to the online account on file.

LEARNING EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY

The event sponsor reserves the right to cancel a learning event due to low registration. If a session is cancelled, those registered will be contacted by email and notified of the cancellation. A credit will be applied to the online account on file.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

You are encouraged to log on virtually or arrive in person 5-10 minutes prior to the start time of your learning event. Participants arriving more than 15 minutes late WILL NOT BE ADMITTED TO THE SESSION. Partial in-service credit may be offered, if applicable. Make-up sessions WILL NOT BE OFFERED for any learning event.

ANTI – DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The IECP and ELCHC shall not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability/handicap, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or age in any aspect of a learning event, training workshop or professional development. The ELCHC also reasonably accommodates individuals with disabilities, handicaps and/or religious beliefs.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)

Any person with a disability/handicap requiring reasonable accommodations should call 813.515.2340 no later than seven business days prior to the scheduled learning event.

LEARNER SECURITY POLICY

The ELCHC strives to protect the privacy of learners that attend our learning events. Because each learner must register through our online learning platform, each record is restricted from public access. Learners can obtain a copy of their certifications as well as their own demographic/contact information provided. For online support, learners may call 813.515.2340 for assistance accessing their records. Learners are required to verify their Identification at all learning events by showing a state or government issued ID with photograph.

PROPRIETARY INTEREST POLICY

Individuals who participate in ELCHC’s learning events have the right to know about the proprietary interest a trainer/ instructor may have in a product or service prior to attending. All trainers/instructors are required to disclose proprietary interest in any produce, instrument, device, service and/or materials discussed at an event training, program, or workshop, as well as the source of any compensation related to the presentation.

CEU AWARD POLICY

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) may be awarded for all learning events three hours or longer in duration. Learning events less than three hours will be awarded in-service hours upon completion. CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of the learning event. To successfully complete the learning event, learners must arrive on time, attend all required sessions, be an active participant and complete all related assignments and/or surveys as defined by the trainer/instructor. Online training must have an engagement score of 75% or more. For all online training – CAMERAS MUST BE ON – NO EXCEPTIONS. Participant’s names for online training must match the name provided at registration. Any required assignments or surveys will be outlined in the Training Description on our online platform. Learners are encouraged to contact trainers/ instructors with any questions and/or clarification needed regarding the successful completion of assignments or surveys. In-service hours will be awarded in place of CEUs if the learner does not meet the requirements of successful completion as defined by the instructor/trainer.
* Trainings may be recorded for educational purposes.

ACHIEVEMENT BONUS

To earn an achievement bonus, you must be teaching in Hillsborough County and meet all the requirements of the course, including pre/post assessments, homework assignments, reflection, and LMS instructor evaluation (if applicable). Each individual is limited to four training achievement bonuses per training cycle, and bonuses will not be given for previously completed coursework. Additionally, a W9 form must be submitted, and the address on the form must match the address on your LMS account. If you have any questions, please contact Abbey Landa at alanda@elchc.org.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon the successful completion of a learning event/training participants will receive a Certificate of Completion that can be retrieved from their individual online LMS account.

CHILD CARE

All learning events/training sessions are designed for adult audiences. We ask that all registrants make the necessary childcare arrangements to meet the minimum requirements for participation in the learning event. Childcare is not available.

Find a Provider - The Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County (2024)

FAQs

How many early learning coalitions are there in Florida? ›

Florida Early Learning: Administers federal and state child care funds and partners with 30 local early learning coalitions to deliver comprehensive early learning services statewide.

What does the Florida Office of Early Learning child care Resource and Referral Network do? ›

Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) is a network that helps families identify and select quality child care options that best meet their needs.

Who do I call to report a daycare in Florida? ›

Florida law requires anyone with information to report abuse directly to the Florida Abuse Hotline at 1-800-962-2873 or by using our online reporting tool .

What is the income limit for early learning coalition in Florida? ›

Children must live in a low-income family where parent/guardians work or attend school at least 20 hours per week. Gross income must be at or below 150% of the federal poverty for family size.

What is the income limit for an elc in Florida? ›

Parent(s)/guardian(s) must be working or participating in an educational activity such as attending college or trade school at least 20 hours/week. Gross income must be at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty level for family size.

How much does elc pay for daycare Florida? ›

The ELC pays for $150 a week to the childcare provider. If the provider normally charges $175 a week, the parent may be asked to pay $30 a week, representing the $5 parent fee plus the $25 difference,” said Matheny. In addition to helping parents pay for childcare, ECS will help parents locate child care as well.

How many hours a day is VPK in Florida? ›

Our VPK program adheres to the school calendar and provides 540 hours of educational instruction. With flexible hours ranging from 3 to 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday, we ensure your child receives a quality education and is prepared for a successful academic journey.

What is the role of the ELC practitioner? ›

The roles and responsibilities of an early years practitioner are likely to include: Looking after children's day-to-day physical needs, such as feeding, nappy changing, toilet learning and administering first aid. Providing a range of fun and stimulating activities, from reading stories to messy play.

Where to report a daycare in Florida? ›

Child Care Center Complaints
  • 239-690-2100.
  • TTY users can contact us through Florida Relay by dialing 7-1-1 or one of the other Relay Toll Free Numbers.
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Who regulates daycares in Florida? ›

The Office of Child Care Regulation in the Department of Children and Families is statutorily responsible, per Florida Statutes 402.305, F.S. and Florida Administrative Code 65C-22, F.A.C., for the statewide administration of the child care licensing program in 62 of Florida's 67 counties.

How to report daycare negligence in Florida? ›

- Telephone at 1-800-96-ABUSE (1-800-962-2873), or - Fax at 1-800-914-0004, or - Online at http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/abuse/report/. of the standards in ss. 402.301-319, F.S. and is a felony of the third degree. Remember, it is each child care personnel's responsibility to report suspected abuse and/or neglect.

What is the hippy program in Florida? ›

Welcome to Florida HIPPY Training & Technical Assistance Center. The Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) is an evidence-based, home visiting program that partners with parents of children ages two through five to help prepare parents and children for school success.

What is the early years coalition? ›

Working together for an early education and childcare sector that delivers for our children, for parents, and for the economy. The Early Education and Childcare Coalition unites the voices of parents, children, providers, those working in the sector and the wider business community.

What are the assistance programs in Florida? ›

They include, Food Assistance, Temporary Cash Assistance, Medicaid and Refugee Assistance. Each of these programs has its own eligibility rules. Florida uses one application for all assistance programs.

How much does VPK pay per child in Florida? ›

The VPK program is FREE for eligible children, regardless of family income.

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