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If you have decided to join you may wonder, "What category is right for me?"
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If you are a current member you may wonder, "With the NEW NAEYC, what are my current benefits?"

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If you are a current member and considering renewing you may wonder, "With the NEW NAEYC, do I want to retain my current membership category or would another one meet my needs better?

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All MAAEYC members, regardless of category receive the following benefits:

  • Network, volunteer, and leadership opportunities at both the state and local levels.

  • Voting rights in the MAAEYC elections.

  • MAAEYC e-newsletter.

  • Local Chapter services including conferences and training.

 
Entry Level Membership - $30

 

Entry Level membership ($30) is a digitally-based introduction to NAEYC and its diverse professional resources. Are you a student or young professional joining NAEYC for the first time? This is where to start!

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  • Access to content you can use right away—such as ideas for implementing developmentally appropriate practice, fostering strong family engagement, and more— through NAEYC digital resources.

  • Access to NAEYC's Interest Forums, where you can connect with members who share your specific passion.

  • Discounted insurance offerings through the Trust for Insuring Educators (TIE), including professional liability insurance, home, auto, and others.

  • 20 percent discount on all orders from NAEYC's online store, as well as access to exclusive member-only resource sales during the year.

  • Exclusive access to member-only sessions at NAEYC events, including the member-only VIP lounge at Annual Conference and the member-only hour in the exhibit hall.

  • Registration opportunities for member-only events, including our Public Policy Forum, which brings members together in Washington, DC, to advance federal and state early childhood policy.

  • Discounted subscription rates for additional publications and resources: Early Childhood Research Quarterly, Exchange Magazine, Highlights High Five, Highlights Hello, and Education Week

  • 15 percent tuition reduction with Walden University. Conditions apply, visit this page for more information.

Standard Level Membership - $69

 

NAEYC Standard membership ($69) ensures you're fully equipped as a professional, with the latest resources, events, research, discounts, and more.

 

Benefits at the Standard level include ALL Entry Level benefits, plus:

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Premium Level Membership - $150

 

NAEYC Premium membership ($150) provides unparalleled access to NAEYC's robust suite of member benefits.

 

Premium members receive ALL benefits at the Entry and Standard levels, in addition to:

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  • Subscriptions to both of NAEYC’s award-winning periodicals, Young Children (YC) and Teaching Young Children (TYC).

  • A total of four complimentary handpicked publications by NAEYC and delivered to you during your membership year, as well as one $20 coupon for an additional publication of your choice (for a total of 5 free books each year!).

  • Complimentary registration for two NAEYC online professional learning courses during your membership year.

  • Exclusive access to VIP events, such as book signings and networking sessions, at NAEYC’s Annual Conference and Professional Learning Institute.

 
Family Level Membership - $35

 

Family Membership ($35) This is an exciting, brand NEW membership option designed for members outside of the early learning profession, including parents, family members, and early childhood advocates.

 

Benefits include:

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  • Access to exclusive NAEYC content specifically for families. Looking for high-quality early learning centers? Wondering how best to support your child’s learning once they get home from school? This is the membership option for you!

  • Access to NAEYC's Interest Forums, where you can connect with members to learn about specific topics in early childhood. A great resource for families!

  • Discounted insurance offerings, including home, auto, and life insurance.

  • 20 percent discount on all orders from NAEYC's online store, as well as access to exclusive member-only sales during the year.

  • Discounted subscription rates for additional publications and resources: Early Childhood Research Quarterly, Exchange Magazine, Highlights High Five, Highlights Hello, and Education Week.