What is the purpose of the Career Lattice?
• To recognize individuals who make a commitment to continued professional development related to their work with children and youth. • To increase the number of quality care and education programs by developing a knowledgeable and skilled workforce. • To develop awareness among parents, employers and other community members of the important roles child care, early education and youth development practitioners play within communities across South Dakota. Who may participate in the Career Lattice? The Career Lattice includes: • child care providers, • early educators, • youth development specialists, • trainers, • directors, • administrators and • advocates for young children and families. The Career Lattice provides professional recognition for those who work directly or indirectly with infants, toddlers, preschool children, school-age children and youth. It includes entry-level education and advanced degrees. Practitioners are recognized for their work with children, youth and familie
