Advantage Valley’s Childcare Workshop Series – Clay County

Description

Are you interested in starting a childcare business or expanding your current facility in Clay County? Advantage Valley’s FASTER WV Childcare Workshops will provide you with the tools are resources to get started!
Advantage Valley is hosting nine childcare start-up business workshops in 2025. These free workshops will provide valuable resources for individuals interested in starting a childcare facility—whether in their home or a larger center—or expanding their existing operations. Advantage Valley will host one session per month throughout 2025 across the nine counties it serves.
 
Location: WVU Clay County Extension Office (184 Procious Maysel Road, Clay, WV 25043)
Date: August 12 at 6:30 PM – 8 PM
Registration: https://eventbrite.com/o/advantage-valley-55321568063
 
What You’ll Get:

• Knowledge on licensing, health and safety regulations, and business operations from the resource and referral agencies.
• Knowledge on what you need to develop a facility and food permit from your local health department. 
• Connections with business coaching support and financial management resources from WV Small Business Development Center & Wonderschool.
• Information on technical assistance, mini-grants, and financial resources from Advantage Valley.
• Insights from fire marshals on the regulations to make your space safe for your center.