What is a professional contribution?

 

  • Must complete ONE of the following professional contribution activities within the last five (5) years.

      • Serve as an officer, committee member, consultant, or mentor
      • Publish an article
      • Participate in an educational research project
      • Complete a Florida-recognized accreditation program
      • Serve as an Accreditation or Credential validator or advisor
      • Professional journal or book review
      • Rule development workshop
      • Trauma-Informed Care for Child Care Program Directors (TICD)
  • We suggest two easy ways to meet this requirement. Through the children's forum here or you can volunteer at one of our events by emailing us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your name and phone number and that you want to volunteer. 

HandPrint Products

HandPrint Products was formed by Bradley Smith to handle his growing line of products that had been created as a support for Directors and Teachers in the Early Childhood Education field. Currently HandPrint Products has a child care training video (DVD) series consisting of 72 titles, a policy and procedure system consisting of 10 manuals, books and other products including his top selling “101 Learning and Transition Activities” book.

Consulting Services

During the past decade, Bradley Smith has led HandPrint Productions to become the leader in consulting of childcare business practices.  This includes: fiscal management, enrollment management, marketing, human resource, small business issues, and leadership.  In addition, the services include help with specific issues concerning handling sensitive issues to avoid fall-out or minimize the likelihood of litigation.  Currently, consulting services are available including: on demand, monthly access, 30 day, long distance, on-site, and extended services.  In addition, career and business coaching and mentoring services are also available.  Contact us  for more information or to schedule a consult.