Workforce and process quality in early childhood education and care

This chapter discusses the relationship between the early childhood education and care (ECEC) workforce and process quality. Building on research findings, this chapter discusses how ECEC staff’s initial education, professional development, working conditions and leadership can enhance process quality and support children’s learning, development and well‑being. This chapter provides an overview of the policies that affect the ECEC workforce through a range of indicators across OECD countries and jurisdictions. It also provides concrete examples of good practices that can enhance process quality and child development through these policies.