Javier Said:

How can I start a child care center?

We Answered:

The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.

I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.

Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:
* Start & Run a Home Daycare by Catherine M. Pruissen
* Starting a Child Care Center: The Indispensable Guidebook for Starting a Day Care or Child Care Business by Millicent Gray Lownes-Jackson,
* Opening & Operating A Successful Child Care Center by Dorothy June Sciarra
* The Business of Child Care: Management and Financial Strategies by Gail H Jack

* How to Start a Business in Illinois: With Forms by Edwin T. Gania, Mark Warda
* How to Start a Business in Illinois by Entrepreneur Press

There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

Katrina Said:

careers in promotions?

We Answered:

What I can tell you is:

1. Weigh your options and see what you can gain in that career and if it suits your needs.

2. Evaluate all the pros and cons of promotions.

This is a career where not alot of people have enrolled, but nevertheless, worth looking at.

However, you have to first do your homework in advance, and ultimately, it will be your own decision to go for it or not.

I really suggest you even talk to an academic counselor of your school about it.

Hope this helps.

Marion Said:

PreSchool Teaching in the state of Illinois?

We Answered:

I think it depends on what sort of program you want to work in. To work in a preschool associated with a public school, whether it is an At-Risk preschool or Developmental (special education), you need to be a certified teacher with a bachelor's degree. If you want to work in a HeadStart or private preschool you can do so with an Associate's degree.