We understand that finding a needed resource in the moment can be a frustrating task. Our goal is to create a simplified process where you can access forms and resources in order to flourish in the Quality First system.
Quality First Extranet
Your unique Quality First database that houses classrooms, staffing, and rating information for your Quality First program.
Department of Education
The Arizona Department of Education offers resources and trainings for early care and education providers.
Workforce Registry
Grow your skills, advance your career, and keep all of your experience, professional development, and education in one place!
Department of Health Services
The Arizona Department of Health Services has rules and regulations to be a licensed early childhood program in Arizona.
ERS Assessment Tools
Nationally validated and reliable assessment tools, with a focus on classroom materials and environment, utilized by the statewide Quality Rating Improvement System.
Department of Economic Security
The Arizona Department of Economic Security provides resources and economic support for parents and early childhood providers.
CLASS Assessment Tools
Nationally validated and reliable assessment tools, with a focus on language and interactions, utilized by the statewide Quality Rating Improvement System.
Professional Development Trainings
Take your career further with in-person and virtual trainings that focus on real-life strategies for creating and maintaining high-quality early childhood environments.
Quality First Incentive Order Form
Is your program spending through Candelen? If your Quality First participating site did not receive a payout check and you would like to place an order, please use the link below.
Quality First Expenditure Report
Did your program receive an incentive payout check? If your Quality First participating site received a payout check and you would like to report your spending, please use the link below.
Quality First Program Designation
Have you had a recent change in leadership? The link below will allow you to update your Quality First main contact and program designee. This form must be updated when leadership changes occur.
To learn how we champion children everywhere by providing resources and support to anyone who impacts them, helping every kid achieve the brightest outlook possible, visit Candelen online today!
