Membership
Deaeyc is the state affiliate of NAEYC--the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
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A membership with NAEYC gives you a connection to the nation’s leading advocacy group for early childhood education, an array of resources and opportunities, access to the latest research and discoveries within the field, communities of practice, and a network of members across the country. During the process of joining NAEYC, you will be asked to choose a state affiliate (deaeyc).
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Joining a professional organization, such as deaeyc gives you a VOICE! Your involvement with deaeyc demonstrates your commitment to professional growth and improvement for yourself and for the young children in your life.​
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Scroll down for a comprehensive overview, or click one of the below links:
Who Should Join?
Program Directors
Early Educators
Assistant Teachers
Family Child Care Providers
Early Childhood Support Staff
Early Literacy Specialists
Referral Staff
Education Specialists
College Faculty
Parents/Guardians with Young Children
Caregivers
Foster Families
Homeschooling Families
Grandparents
Aunts/Uncles
Anyone interested in early education for young children.
YOU!
Pricing & Benefits
Benefits at both the national and state level are well worth the investment!
$72/year
deaeyc Benefits
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Full access to deaeyc's Resource Center
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Early access to deaeyc events
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Discounts on deaeyc events
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Member-only opportunities
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Membership Connection Newsletter (published every other month)
NAEYC Benefits
NAEYC's CARES benefit categories encompass five key areas::
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Community​
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HELLO online community​
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Affiliate membership
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Interest Forums
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Networking opportunities with thousands of members
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Digital proof of membership
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Advocacy
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Policy Q&A webinars with NAEYC staff​
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HELLO policy discussions
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Insights from national policy leaders
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Early registration access for Public Policy Forum
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Resources
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Newsletters tailored to your interests​
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Member-only Digital Magazine
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Toolkits & Guides
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Events
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Conference Discounts​
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Regular Webinars & Workshops
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Interviews with ECE Thought Leaders & Luminaries
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Support
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Professional Development with CEUs​
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Leadership pathways & Volunteer opportunities
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Mentorship & Scholarship opportunities
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Insurance, Tuition, & Retail discounts
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Member-only sales on books & professional development
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Ready to Join!
Now that you're ready to join, you'll do so on NAEYC's website.
During the registration process, you will be asked to choose an affiliate: DEAEYC!
