How to Find Child Care Programs as a Graduate Student

Are you considering going back to school to get your PhD? Or another degree in a different specialty? Many communication sciences and disorders professionals earn multiple degrees, but the logistics can create challenges. Many parents face one particular roadblock. How do you find an affordable child care option? Here are some steps to find child care as a student, and a list of colleges offering programs just for parents. Child care referral services Caregiver referral services include Child Care Aware, Care.com and Nanny Poppinz. These services vet caregivers and help match someone to your needs. Referring agencies do an excellent job of checking references and backgrounds. Still, you should always double-check on your own. ‘Yes’ to PhD, But ‘No’ to Life Upheaval Yes to the PhD, No to Life Upheaval: The Sequel Is There a Double Doctor in the House? Colleges with child care More universities offer some kind of child care or day care programs for their students. Often, those children benefit from student educators or perhaps even SLPs-in-training! Check out these five colleges. University of Florida, Gainesville: Thanks to the Baby Gator Alumni Association, the University of Florida offers Baby Gator Child Development centers, with programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. The university also offers family housing for married students or those with dependents. Chadron State College, Chadron, Nebraska: The Development Center Laboratory has provided child care ...
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