Mastering Licensing Visits: Expert Tips from Ronnae Williams
Licensing visits can feel like a high-stakes test for child care providers, but with the right preparation, they don’t have to be stressful. Whether it’s a planned inspection or a surprise visit, having a strong compliance strategy in place ensures your program runs smoothly year-round.
At IKS Academy’s recent webinar, we had the privilege of learning from Ronnae Williams, a child care industry expert with over 15 years of experience in compliance, leadership, and early childhood education. Ronnae shared invaluable insights on how to confidently navigate licensing visits and maintain excellence in child care operations.
Key Takeaways from the Webinar
Preparation is the Key to Confidence. Ronnae emphasized the importance of ongoing readiness rather than last-minute scrambling. Creating a system where policies, records, and staff training are consistently up to date helps child care centers stay prepared for any inspection.
Managing Unannounced Visits with Ease. Surprise visits can be nerve-wracking, but Ronnae provided actionable steps to handle them with confidence. Her advice? Stay calm, be transparent, and have a system in place for handling documentation and safety checks at all times.
Avoiding Common Violations. From record-keeping errors to safety lapses, many licensing violations are preventable. Ronnae walked attendees through the most common pitfalls and shared simple strategies to stay compliant year-round.
About Ronnae Williams
Ronnae has dedicated her career to helping child care professionals thrive. With experience as a preschool teacher, center director, and state licensing representative, she understands the challenges providers face and offers real-world solutions. As the founder of Culturally Yours Consulting and Training, she now supports centers nationwide in achieving licensing success with confidence.
Her philosophy? “Stay Ready, so you don’t have to Get Ready.”
A Heartfelt Thank You!
We’re incredibly grateful to Ronnae for sharing her expertise and empowering child care providers with the tools they need to succeed. Her guidance is helping programs across the country turn licensing visits into opportunities for growth and excellence.
Watch the webinar recording here.
Schedule a demo with IntelliKid Systems here.
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