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Become a member

OKAEYC is an affiliate of NAEYC and SECA. Join one or both to get exclusive perks as a member. (Be sure to select that you are an Oklahoma affiliate.) 

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National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Members receive many benefits, including, OKAEYC membership, YC or TYC magazine, discounts on publications & conference registration.

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2

Southern Early Childhood Association (SECA)

Members receive many benefits, including, OKAEYC membership, discounts on publications & conference
registration.

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Oklahoma Association for the Education of Young Children (OKAEYC)

Connect with professionals in your community at conferences, networking events, advocacy efforts, leadership opportunities and more

  • Safe Sleep
    Safe Sleep
    Wed, Sep 23
    zoom
    Sep 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    zoom
    Creating a Safe Sleep environment for baby
  • Make A Circle Screening
    Make A Circle Screening
    Thu, Sep 24
    Special Care Inc
    Sep 24, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Special Care Inc, 12201 N Western Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73114, USA
    Enjoy a screening of A love letter to early childcare educators and a portrait of a childcare system in crisis.
  • Leadership Symposium
    Leadership Symposium
    Sat, Nov 07
    University of Central Oklahoma-Nigh
    Nov 07, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
    University of Central Oklahoma-Nigh, 100 N University Dr, Edmond, OK 73034, USA
    Leadership isn't defined by a title—it's demonstrated through the impact we make every day. Whether you're a teacher, assistant teacher, family child care provider, coach, administrator, higher education faculty member, or advocate, your leadership shapes the lives of young children.

Leadership Symposium
November 7th
 

Exhibitor sign up

Annual Conference

Focus group sign up

Week of the Young Child Resource Fair
 

OKAEYC
Student
Scholarship

OCCF Universal Application

200+ Opportunities

 

Application reopens on:

for Spring 2027 - Feb 15, 2026

for Fall 2026 - Oct 1, 2026

This scholarship recognizes employees of early childhood education facilities. Applicants must be seeking undergraduate or graduate degrees in the fields of early childhood education or child development/family studies. ​

Must be employed in early childhood care/family services settings, including family child care homes. Preference for individuals with five or more years of work experience in the field. Recipients must attend accredited Oklahoma colleges (excluding career technology centers)

Accreditation Application

Join our accreditation series and you could be eligible for a scholarship to help offset some of your accreditation expenses. Check the application for more details and apply today!

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