The HEADWAY Act allows teachers in Early Head Start programs to teach while working towards a child development associate credential.
The HEADWAY Act amends the Head Start Act to allow teachers in Early Head Start programs to teach while they work towards earning a child development associate credential. The bill requires that at least one teacher per classroom has earned this credential, while additional teachers must be working towards it. The Early Head Start agency must provide a mentor to guide these teachers. This change aims to enhance the quality of early childhood education by ensuring teachers are trained while continuing to provide services.
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