If you have decided to join you may wonder, "What categorie is right for me?"
If you are a current member you may wonder, "With the NEW NAEYC, what are my current benefits?"
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 whould another one meet my needs better?
Click here to see an At-A-Glance Membership Benefits chart.
All Iowa AEYC members, regardless of category receive the following benefits:
- Network, volunteer, and leadership opportunities at both the state and local levels.
- Voting rights in the Iowa AEYC elections.
- Iowa AEYC Resource Library. Over 400 professional early childhood books to choose from. Library Use Policy and Check Out Form
- Iowa AEYC Weekly e-newsletter. Every week we put together, up-to-date information, alerts, save-the-dates, and links to more information pertinent to our profession.
- Iowa AEYC membership certificate.
- Iowa AEYC event discounts
- Local Chapter services including conferences and training.
Entry Level Membership ($30)
Entry Level membership 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!
- 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, 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 Wee
In addition, Iowa AEYC benefits include:
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:
- 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.
In addition, Iowa AEYC benefits include:
- Buy 1/Get 1 FREE raffle tickets at the Fall Institute.
- $5 off the Fall Institute Registration.
- $5 off the Spring Institute Registration.
Standard Membership ($69)
NAEYC Standard membership 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:
In addition, Iowa AEYC benefits include ALL Entry Level benefits, plus:
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Buy 1/Get 1 FREE raffle tickets at the Fall Institute.
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$10 off the Fall Institute Registration.
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$10 off the Spring Institute Registration.
Premium Membership ($150)
NAEYC Premium membership 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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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!).
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Complimentary registration for two NAEYC online professional learning courses during your membership year.
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Exclusive access to VIP events, such as book signings and networking sessions, at NAEYC’s Annual Conference and Professional Learning Institute.
In addition, Iowa AEYC benefits include ALL Entry and Standard levels, plus:
- Buy 1/Get 1 FREE raffle tickets at the Fall Institute.
- $15 off the Fall Institute Registration.
- $15 off the Spring Institute Registration.
- Invitation-only Iowa AEYC Special Events.
