Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed a child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40- hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement within the 15-month timeframe given. Provider will need to have this staff complete the Child Care Training requirement to come back in compliance for this standard. Licensing Specialist gave additional time to come back in compliance due to the lack of availability for exam dates and locations. T/A given in regard to Introduction Course Not Completed timely.
Correction status
Due by June 1, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed the facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for a child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. Provider will need to have this staff complete the Child Care Training requirement to come back in compliance for this standard. T/A given in regard to Literacy Training Not Completed within the 1 year of employment.
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Director will have the CCP, finish the required training within the due date given, to come back in compliance for this standard. T/A given in regards to CCP having 15-months from hire date to complete the 40 clock hours. Extra time given due to the lack of exam dates and sites.
Correction status
Due by May 23, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed 1 CCP at the facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. Director will have the CCP, finish the required training within the due date given, to come back in compliance for this standard. T/A given in regards to this training being completed within 1 year from the hire date.
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe your process for ensuring that all staff members complete their required early literacy and language development training on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from recent inspections indicate that documentation for required staff literacy training was not available or updated in the registry. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and verifies that all personnel meet their professional development requirements.
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Finding-specific
How does the center manage timelines for new staff to complete their introductory child care training requirements?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted instances where staff had not completed their introductory training within the expected timeframe. Asking this allows the director to explain their current oversight practices for ensuring all team members are fully trained.
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Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to improve the tracking of staff training certifications to ensure all records are current and easily accessible?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that staff training documentation has been a recurring topic in multiple reports over the past year. This question provides an opportunity to hear about improvements in administrative record-keeping.
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General question
How do you support new teachers as they transition into their roles and work toward their professional credentials?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the center's approach to staff development helps parents understand the value placed on teacher preparedness and ongoing professional growth.
General question
What is your approach to maintaining consistent communication with families regarding classroom routines and teacher changes?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Open communication is essential for a strong partnership between families and the center. Understanding these practices helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily experience.