Early Childhood Career Resources in Itasca County

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Are you passionate about shaping young minds and supporting local families? Our community needs dedicated providers. Explore local training opportunities, professional certification steps, and open childcare positions in Northern Minnesota.

  • Training and Degree Programs: Find local courses and online certifications for early childhood development.

  • Licensing Guidance: Step by step resources for starting your own in home daycare in Itasca County.

  • Job Boards: Connect with local preschools and childcare centers currently hiring passionate educators.

General Early Childhood Career Resources

EARLY EDge

218-327-5850

Minnesota North College - Itasca Campus

218-322-2352

Early Childhood Education programs: Certificate, Diploma, AAS & AS. Online and in-person options.

Child Care Aware/Parent Aware

888-291-9811

Free tools and resources for families and child care programs.

When you volunteer to participate in Parent Aware, you go above and beyond basic health and safety requirements and use researched-based practices that support child development.

DHS/County Licensing

Aitkin County

218-927-7200

Cass County

218-547-1340

Itasca County

218-327-2941