A Registry Certificate acknowledges and highlights the training, experience and professionalism that is vital to quality child care.It honors each recipient’s unique training and background by reflecting the following:

• Level based on your education and degree
• All child care and education positions for which you are qualified in the state of Wisconsin
• Number of years in the child care and education field
• CPR, First Aid, and Shaken Baby Training 

New Paper Application = $60
New Online Application = $50
Paper Renewal = $35
Online Renewal = $25

Why are the Rates Going Up?　

The Wisconsin Registry is seen as one of the most comprehensive and well run systems in the United States. It is looked to as a national leader and a strong advocate for the child care profession. For the past 15 years The Registry has consulted with and developed software for many states including New Jersey, Montana, Arizona, Nevada, West Virginia, Oklahoma, Palm Beach county, Florida, Alaska, and Minnesota This revenue has contributed over $500,000 and helped to keep the cost of applications lower.

At the end of last year our program ran a deficit. Like many of you, our Board had to make some hard decisions. Staff hours have been cut and all other expenditures have been stopped. Raising rates is hard for both the staff and Board of The Registry.

We are not raising the renewal rate for our loyal providers and will work to continue our efforts to keep our new application rates low. We know that that every dollar counts and thank you for you past support. We are in this together and will continue to give you the same service we always have!

There are two ways to submit your application to The Registry.

1) On-line application options (Click here to start)
$35.00 standard (Increase to $50 after 12/31/2009)
$25.00 1-year renewal (no change after 12/31/2009)

2) Mail in application options (Down load now)
$45.00 standard (increase to $60 after 12/31/2009)
$35.00 1-year renewal (no change after 12/31/2009)

$100.00 enhanced application (mail in only)
Before submitting your application please view our Application Check List.

To apply to The Registry at a reduced rate you can fill out your application on-line. After you have submitted your application, send all necessary documentation to the Registry office.
Click here to start 

Unable to apply online? Applications sent through the mail will be processed at a higher cost than the on-line application. To apply to the Registry by mail, download the application and send with your payment and all necessary documentation to the Registry office

Down Load Application

There is a place for all childhood care and education professionals on The Registry. This includes family providers, employees in group centers, staff in support organizations, and others. If you are a center director, administrator or teacher in a center, you are required to join by HFS 46.05(1)(g) of the Wisconsin Administrative code.

Why should I join?

• Receive tangible recognition of your professional qualities
• Highlight your professional qualities to parents, fellow professionals and the public 
• Gain information to help define and attain your career goals
• Know that you have met licensing requirements
• Access stipend programs that use the Registry level for assessment
• Become an Approved Trainer
• Count yourself as a member of a proud and growing professional community

How much does it cost?

$45 Standard Certificate - Submit all credit-based training and verification of any entry level training, regardless of date. Submit professional contributions and informal continuing education from only the last 12 months. 

$35 Standard Online Application - Click Here To Apply On Line

$25 One-Year Renewal Certificate - Submit informal training and professional contributions from the last twelve months. If the applicant’s last Registry certificate has expired, only the last 12 months of training and professional contributions will be counted. Submit any credit-based training and verification of entry level training, regardless of date. It is not necessary to re-send any documentation submitted previously.
Renew online at www.the-registry.org for only $25.

How can I join?

Go to My Registry to apply on line

You may also click here to download an application.

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