Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

• Who is eligible for a Director's Credential?

• Why chose NICCM NAC over other programs?

• What are the Benefits of Completing the National Administrator Credential? 

• How do I prepare for the Directors Credential Exam?

• I lost my certificate! How do I get a replacement certificate?

 

Texas Director Credential Requirements

• How do I get my Texas Director Credential (Director Certificate)?

• What are the Texas Director Credential Requirements?

• How do I become qualified as a Child Care Director in Texas?

• Do I have to renew my Texas Director Credential?

• How do I RENEW my Texas Director Credential?

 

Florida Director Credential Requirements

• How do I become a Child Care Director qualified in Florida?

• How do I earn a Florida Director Credential (Director Certificate)?

• How do I apply for a Director Credential?

• What is required to RENEW my Florida Director Credential?

•What is a professional contribution?

• How do I RENEW my Florida Director Credential?

 

Director Credential Renewal

• Do I have to renew my Texas Director Credential?

• How do I renew my Texas Director Credential?

• What is required to renew my Florida Director Credential?

• How do I renew my Florida Directors Credential?

 

Child Development Associate (CDA) Requirements

• How do I earn a Florida Staff Credential?

• How is this CDA Fast Track course only 3 days when others are a full semester?

• How Long Does It Take To Get Your CDA?

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.