Best Care Contacts
Rebecca M. Simon, M.S.
Instructor
Phone: 501-671-2364
Fax: 501-671-2294
Email: rsimon@uada.edu
Kayla Machen
Program Technician
Phone: 501-671-2218
Fax: 501-671-2294
Email: kmachen@uada.edu
Admin
501-671-2355
1-800-871-0626
University of Arkansas System
Division of Agriculture
Cooperative Extension Service
2301 S. University Avenue
Little Rock, AR 72204
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Free Training for Arkansas Childcare Providers
The Best Care training meets the professional development needs of Arkansas' early childhood professionals by providing 10 hours of verified training annually through the Professional Development Registry (PDR). The areas of emphasis include child development, health, nutrition, and resource management.
Find Best Care trainings near you on the PDR website. Contact your County Extension Agent for more information.
Best Care 2025 topics are coming soon. Be on the look out for new exciting lessons!
Additional Resources
- The Professional Development Registry (PDR) website
- Better Beginnings
- Arkansas Department of Human Services
- Minimum Licensing Requirements