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Recent Early Childhood News
When is a background check transfer form required?
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 02:00 pm
A background check transfer form (SFN 375) may be required when an individual changes employers, works at an additional location or provides services for a different program. Read the full article to learn when a background check transfer form is required.
What’s New on the Training Calendar? Fresh Courses Launch on Oct. 1
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 12:00 pm
New courses and refreshed content are coming to the ND Early Childhood Training Calendar. North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is launching new and refreshed training on Oct. 1. The updates include a refreshed ND Getting Started course and two new courses. All three courses will be available in English, Spanish and Somali.
North Dakota Best in Class 2026–2027 cohort begins another year of quality early childhood experiences
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 01:00 am
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) announces 68 early childhood programs and 94 classrooms across North Dakota are participating in Best in Class for the 2026–2027 program year.
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