Early Childhood
Provider Resources

Early childhood coaching is a relationship-based process that focuses on building the skills and confidence of adults to help children thrive in their early stages of life. Working with a coach may help your program access Quality Improvement funds.

Specialist consultation, like early childhood mental health consultation and occupational therapy, helps caregivers and educators support children’s developmental, emotional, and behavioral needs. Consultants work with adults to create strategies for healthy relationships and development. 

Colorado's Universal Preschool program offers up to 15 hours a week of preschool to all 4-year-olds in the state. It aims to improve access to early education, and is designed to prepare children for kindergarten. Access the provider hub here.

NoCo Kids Thrive maintains a local child care referral website, called Larimer Child Care Connect (LC3), to help families find the care they need. Care providers can access LC3 here to update their profiles and availability.

Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC)'s Provider Hub is your one stop shop for accessing Colorado Shines, the Professional Development Information System (PDIS), licensing info and more. 

NoCo Kids Thrive's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a no-cost benefit open to all licensed ECE providers in Larimer County. It offers confidential counseling, resources, and referrals for mental health, stress, and life challenges. 

Through a mix of training, workshops, networking events and more, NoCo Kids Thrive provides ongoing professional development opportunities to help early educators improve their skills and knowledge. Sign up for our Provider Newsletter for more info!

NoCo Kids Thrive may be able to help cover the cost of education and training for early childhood professionals pursuing degrees, certifications, or specialized training in early childhood education.