Dedicated to the care and education of South Carolina's children
Member Benefits
Professional Development
Association-sponsored classes, seminars, workshops and conferences
Educational offerings that meet state regulation requirements
Opportunities to learn more from colleagues who share the same business and professional concerns and issues
Dedicated Board of Directors
Information through SCAECE newsletter, email and website
Legislative
Professional Lobbyist on statehouse grounds, providing input on proposed legislative changes and new legislation to protect your interest
Dissemination of information on proposed federal and state legislation affecting your center(s)
Statewide representation on committees, dealing with early childhood issues such as SC Child Care Advisory Board, state and county First Steps Boards, and Governor's appointments on committees
Networking
Opportunity to become involved in improving the child care industry
Meeting other members and sharing concerns, ideas, and solutions to problems
Access links for child care issues, resources and up-to-date news you can use
Associate Member Resources
Insurance
Supplies
Furniture
Outdoor Equipment
Food Service
Transportation
Financial Investments
Fundraisers
"I am the director of a single-center family business that was started in 1974. My parents joined the association and served on the board when my mother ran our center. I have been the director for 17 years now, and have served on the board for most of that time. There was a brief period that I took a few years off, and during that time realized just how valuable my membership was. feel like I get a major benefit from a lobbyist who voices our concerns to the legislature. I also get a heads up to changes in regulations and policies that affect our business in advance. Â During the time that I was not a member, I felt that the only way I found out about a licensing change was when DSS showed up unannounced and cited me for something that I had not been informed was new or different. is the most valuable membership that my company belongs to!"