Procare Solutions Introduces Continuing Education for ChildPlus Head Start Customers

DENVER, July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Procare Solutions, a leader in child care management software, announces the availability of continuing education in its ChildPlus Learning Plans. The enhanced Learning Plans provide ChildPlus Head Start customers with access to essential training to support professional growth and development.

ChildPlus Learning Plans include cost-effective training packages designed to meet the unique training requirements of Head Start programs. These plans include topics such as Head Start data management, DRDP and PIR reporting, and are available in a variety of formats. With a ChildPlus Learning Plan, Head Start programs can provide staff with convenient, engaging training they can implement immediately. 

Professional development is a key requirement for Head Start staff as they grow and develop as leaders, educators and nurturers for the children in their care. With the addition of continuing education, Head Start customers will now have a convenient path to earning a Child Development Associate^® (CDA) certification with access to CDA Pathway training and CEU-eligible courses giving them everything they need to maintain compliance and elevate the quality of education they provide. 

IACET Accredited Training

ChildPlus continuing education courses are certified by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and are approved in all 50 states. This IACET accreditation represents the gold standard of quality in the industry. 

CDA Pathway Included

Including CDA Pathway training in the ChildPlus Learning Plans supports the attainment of the Child Development Associate^® (CDA) credential and offers Head Start staff access to these courses without an additional cost for materials, excluding CDA council fees. 

"Access to high-quality continuing education is essential for Head Start staff to meet licensing requirements, grow their professional skills, and provide the best care for children and families," said Joe Gomes, CEO at Procare Solutions. "With these enhancements, ChildPlus Learning Plans offer a comprehensive solution that combines training, support, and professional development to meet today's demands." 

About Procare Solutions

For over 30 years, Procare Solutions has been dedicated to empowering early childhood educators by providing products and services that enable them to focus on the care, safety and education of children.

We recognize the responsibility that comes with nurturing and educating children, which is why our child care management solutions are designed to automate business processes, help ensure safety and compliance, communicate with families and provide educational resources and training to help teachers and children thrive.

Over 40,000 satisfied customers have chosen Procare Solutions as their trusted partner in providing exceptional care for young minds. 

Procare Solutions is a business unit of Roper Technologies (Nasdaq: ROP), a constituent of the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500 and Fortune 1000. For more information, please visit ProcareSolutions.com. 

About ChildPlus, a Procare Solutions Company

As experts in Head Start, ChildPlus provides innovative solutions that streamline operations, ensure compliance and support families' well-being. By leveraging a deep understanding of Head Start regulations and best practices, ChildPlus helps programs focus on what matters most – nurturing young minds and supporting families to build strong foundations for the future. 

SOURCE Procare Solutions