An entry point to the child care field

In most communities the demand for child care far exceeds supply and a high provider turnover rate creates a constant need for new providers.

Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) offers providers an entry point to the child care field and helps them grow and succeed.

To review the services and resources available from CCR&R, select your provider type below:

Contact a CCR&R Community Development Specialist

to start your early childhood career. 

Child Care Consultants

CCR&R Child Care Consultants are a resource to help improve the quality of care for all of Iowa’s children. Consultants provide technical assistance and consultations to meet the individualized needs of each provider. Consultation topics may include:

  • CACFP - Child Care and Adult Care Food Prgram
  • Challenging Behaviors
  • Curriculum & Assessment
  • Developmentally Appropriate Practice
  • Grants
  • HHS Regulations
  • Health
  • Iowa Quality for Kids (IQ4K)
  • Marketing
  • Policies
  • Quality Rating & Improvement System 
  • Room Arrangement
  • Safety
  • Training & Staff Development
  • Working with Families

The BEST part is - consultation and assistance from a CCR&R Child Care Consultant is 100% FREE!

provider and child

Request new Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) provider application packet from CCR&R here.

Provider Services

Ensuring a child's success starts from the early years. Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) is committed to helping Iowa child care businesses reach their full potential. CCR&R Child Care Consultant’s work closely with providers to develop effective strategies that enable them to create a high-quality program. Together, we are working towards building a bright and promising future for Iowa's children.