Tools, Training and Quality Support and Improvement

The McCormick Institute offers professional learning, expert guidance, and valid and reliable tools for program support and evaluation. Our user-friendly resources make it simple to collect and analyze data and support leaders in targeted quality improvement efforts.

Tools and Training

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Center Administrators

Explore research-based tools like the PAS-3 and ARPS, trainings, and resources designed to empower center administrators, enhance Whole Leadership practices, and improve program quality.

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Family Child Care

Professionals

Enhance business and leadership skills with tools such as the BAS and explore our training options as well as resources to support family child care professionals.

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Technical Assistance and Coaching

Expand the impact of your coaching and technical assistance with trusted tools and insights grounded in research on the career development stages of early childhood administrators in both center- and home-based programs.

Quality Rating and Improvement Systems

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National

Gain the tools and training you need to assess and strengthen early childhood programs nationwide with our BAS and PAS-3 training and certification programs.

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Illinois

We provide reliable, research-based assessments to help early childhood programs throughout Illinois measure and improve quality.