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Welcome to the NCNA Membership Page. The question we are often asked is why should I become a member of NCNA, followed by how do I become a member of NCNA.
First and foremost you will be a member of a recognised professional body and have your voice heard on issues that concern you.
There are many financial benefits of becoming a member including Group insurance scheme, Group VHI Scheme, Group Pension Scheme, store discounts, discounts on our high quality training courses and reductions in the cost of resources and publications.
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Become a Member
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Recognised Professional Body
NCNA represents its members
On the National Childcare Coordinating Body
By lobbying at local and government level on issues affecting the childcare sector
By being members of the Children’s Rights Alliance
On the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA)
On the Preschool Standardisation Report Writing Group
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Communication
You will receive free copies of the NCNA annual magazine and regular bulletins for you and the parents in your service
You will be updated on all information relating to childcare through our web site and regular circulars
Parents seeking childcare in your area will be advised of your service
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Access to extensive Resources
NCNA resources are developed in conjunction with childcare professionals including Preschool Officers, Environmental Health Officers and Fire Officers. Accident/Incident Book, Medical Records, Child Records, Staff Record Book, Child/Staff Attendance Register, Towards Quality Daycare-Minimum Quality Standards in a Nursery, plus many more. NCNA regularly update the resources and publications to ensure that they are current, relevant and take on board member suggestions to improve.
All at discounted prices to NCNA members
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Group insurance Scheme
Better cover at less than current NCNA insurance rates
Guaranteed price for two years
The scheme will be competitive with other schemes in the sector
The scheme is open to all members
Regular and informative customer service throughout the insurance year
Proactive risk management support in the form of information seminars and risk assessment support for members at specified dates throughout the year
