Representative Programs
LifeWays takes to heart the many layers of relationship-based care, and this includes the support that you need as a provider and educator. As an organization we work tremendously hard to create lasting, intimate relationships with our Representative programs so you feel empowered to meet the challenges that all care programs and schools face today. As a Representative Program, you enjoy the following benefits:
Standing in the world as a LifeWays Representative Program tells the public that you have met our highest standards and are certified by a national early childhood organization. Offering a program recognized throughout North America can be a positive factor with parents, as well as proving helpful in licensing and evaluative processes.
Representative Programs may use (and are encouraged to use) the name LifeWays in their name. This can be in the actual name or as a by-line.
Your program is listed in our Program Directory and occasionally featured both in our Living Arts Weekly bulletin and on our social media platforms for promotion.
The invitation to submit articles for our blog (such as pedagogical content, practical tools of the trade, creative ideas and resources).
You receive the personal support services of a LifeWays Goodwill Ambassador, such as an observation and consultation visit. Your program covers the travel costs but is not required to pay a fee for consulting services, which is typically $400/day.
25% tuition discount for staff members enrolled in the Full Certificate Training. The Representative may choose whether to apply the discount toward the amount the business is contributing or whether to offer the discount to the staff member.
A 25% discount on LifeWays online programs for staff and parents in your program
Support with setting up workshops, seminars, and LifeWays reunions in your region.
The process to become a LifeWays Representative is as follows:
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Applicant completes the Representative Program Application below along with a $200 application fee. This non-refundable fee helps to pay the LifeWays consultant, who will observe the applicant’s program.
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Applicant completes a self assessment of the program.
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Applicant provides a Revenue & Expense Budget (email it to the Representative Programs Director) or reaches out for assistance.
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LifeWays arranges for a consultant to visit the applicant’s site. Applicants are also welcome to request a specific consultant to be approved by LifeWays. The consultant’s fee ($400/day) and travel expenses (variable) are paid by LifeWays North America.
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After the consultation visit, the consultation report is reviewed by a team of LifeWays board members, which then makes a recommendation regarding Representative status.
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If the consultation report requires the program to make changes before being granted Representative status, a timeline is established to support the applicant in implementing necessary changes. A determination is made as to whether there needs to be a follow-up visit before granting Representative status.
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The consultation report and recommendations are sent to the applicant. If the team determines that all the criteria are in place, the program is granted Representative status and sent an Agreement Form describing payment options (Representative Programs support LifeWays North America through an annual contribution of 1% of gross earnings or an agreed-upon amount).
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When this agreement is signed and returned, the applicant is listed on the website as a Representative Program and is free and encouraged to use the name LifeWays. A congratulation letter will be sent, followed by a certificate suitable for framing.
For more on becoming a LifeWays Representative Program please contact our Representative Program Director, Shanah Ahmadi.