Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

A Unique You Institute — The Visionary Institute for Excellence

1. What programs do you offer?

We offer state-approved childcare training programs, including CDA Certification, Health & Safety Training, Pediatric First Aid & CPR, AI for Daycare, and Childcare Business & Entrepreneurship. We also provide Train-the-Trainer certifications for CPR/First Aid and CDA instructors.

2. Are your programs approved by New York State?

Yes. Our programs meet New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) requirements and are listed on the New York State Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL).

3. Do you work with workforce development agencies?

Yes. Our institute provides workforce-aligned training, including job readiness, career coaching, and certification pathways that prepare students for employment in licensed childcare centers. Eligible students may receive funding through workforce development programs and municipal training partnerships.

4. Do your programs help with job placement?

Yes. We provide career coaching, resume development, interview preparation, and job-readiness training to support students in securing employment. While we do not guarantee placement, we actively assist students in connecting with daycare providers, centers, and early childhood employers.

5. How do your programs help aspiring daycare owners?

Our Childcare Entrepreneurship Pathway includes business coaching, licensing guidance, operations training, marketing strategies, and financial planning—everything needed to successfully open or scale a profitable childcare program.

6. Are classes offered online or in person?

We offer a combination of online and in-person learning:

• CDA: Online  and In-person
  
  

• Health & Safety: In Person
  
  

• CPR/First Aid: In Person
  
  

• AI for Daycare: Online
  
  

• Business & Entrepreneurship: Hybrid
  
  

7. Do you offer flexible daytime schedules?

Yes. All classes are offered daytime, some evenings and  weekends, with consistent schedules to support working adults and parents.

8. Do I receive a certificate when I complete a course?

Yes. Students who complete 100% of their course requirements will receive a certificate of completion recognized by state regulators and industry employers.

9. Do I need experience to enroll?

No prior experience is required. Our programs support beginners entering the field, professionals seeking advancement, and entrepreneurs ready to start their own childcare business.

10. How do I register for a program?

Simply click the Register button located under your desired program on the Training Programs page. You will be directed to our secure registration form.

11. Who teaches the classes?

All programs are taught by certified trainers with over 16 years of hands-on childcare leadership, business ownership, and early childhood workforce experience.

12. Do you offer Train-the-Trainer certifications?

Yes. We certify professionals to become CPR/First Aid Instructors and CDA Instructors, allowing them to teach and train others in the industry.

13. Do you offer payment plans?

Yes. We offer flexible payment plans for most training programs to make enrollment accessible for all students. Payment plans may include installment options, split payments, or monthly billing depending on the program. We also accept eligible workforce development funding, training vouchers, and municipal sponsorships for qualified students.

14. Do you accept workforce training vouchers or tuition assistance?

Yes. A Unique You Institute accepts workforce development vouchers and training funds from approved agencies and municipalities. Eligible students may qualify for Individual Training Grants (ITG), WIOA funding, career-center sponsorships, municipal workforce programs, and other training vouchers. Because our school is listed on the New York State Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL), career counselors and workforce boards can refer students directly to our programs.

We also assist students with:

• Connecting to their local workforce agency
  
  

• Understanding voucher eligibility
  
  

• Providing required documentation for approval
  
  

• Coordinating with career counselors
  
  

Workforce funding can cover partial or full tuition, depending on the program and agency guidelines.