Essential Business Skills for Child Care Administrators

Register now to strengthen the business side of your child care program.

Running a child care business requires more than care, it requires strong operations, financial stability, and strategic decision-making.

  The Business Incubator Center, through the Colorado SBDC serving Mesa County and in partnership with the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, is offering a no-cost cohort designed specifically for child care providers and administrators.

  Running a child care business in Colorado is challenging, given the staffing shortages, rising costs, shifting regulations, and high demand. You deserve support that understands both the heart of your work and the realities of running a business. This course is designed to help Child care providers and early childhood educational professionals.

  This structured program combines 4 self-paced learning, live expert guidance during two virtual sessions, and one-on-one advising to help participants build stronger, more sustainable businesses.

  Participants will gain practical tools to improve operations, strengthen financial management, and position their program for long-term success including opportunities to improve Colorado Shines ratings.

  Program Structure

1. On-Demand Learning

Complete four self-paced modules covering core business fundamentals

2. Live Q&A Sessions

Engage directly with child care and business experts

May 14 & May 28 | 6:00–7:30 PM (Virtual)

3. One-on-One Advising

Receive personalized guidance on your business

(Financials, marketing, operations, planning, and more)

Key Takeaways

• Strengthen financial, operational, and business management skills 
• Gain clarity on how to stabilize and grow your child care business 
• Access expert advising and improve your Colorado Shines rating 

Who Should Attend

• Child care administrators and center directors 
• Family child care home providers 
• Preschool and early childhood leaders 
• Entrepreneurs preparing to start a child care business 

Important Notes

Participants must:

• Register using a PDIS account 
• Complete at least 3 advising hours to receive QRIS points