Training and technical assistance contracts.
From the allocation under s. 49.155 (1g), the department may contract with one or more agencies for the provision of training and technical assistance to improve the quality of child care provided in this state. The training and technical assistance activities contracted for under this subsection may include any of the following activities:
(a)#
Developing and recommending to the department a system of higher payment rates or a program of grants for child care providers that meet the quality of care standards established under s. 49.132 (4) (e), 1995 stats.
(b)#
Developing a plan for a uniform, statewide system of career development, credentialing and training for individuals who provide child care.
(c)#
Disseminating to the public information about child care that meets the quality of care standards established under s. 49.132 (4) (e), 1995 stats.
(d)#
Providing informational resources to child care providers.
(e)#
Providing advanced training to child care providers and the staff of child care providers.
(f)#
Developing family child care systems.
(g)#
Developing resources to provide child care in a generic setting for children with special needs.
(gm)#
Providing training to child care providers in providing child care for children with special needs and developing a network of child care providers who are qualified to provide child care for children with special needs.
(h)#
Providing any other services to improve the availability and quality of child care in this state.