Resource Center
Registry Account Resources
Updated: February 2020
How to create a Registry account
Get step-by-step guidance on creating a Wisconsin Registry account for free!
Updated: July 2021
How do I reset my Password?
Can't remember your password? Get step-by-step instructions for using the Forgot Password tool.
Updated: July 2021
Tips on Logging In
Registry Membership Resources
About Registry Membership
July 2022
Registry Overview
An overview of the Registry's history, benefits of Registry membership, and membership features.
October 2021
Membership Benefits
February 2023
New Child Care Professional Support Guide
Membership Application
Updated: March 2024
How do I Become a Member?
Updated: May 2023
Paper Application
Updated: April 2019
45-Day Processing Time Policy
Submitting Documentation
July 2021
Acceptable Documentation
Updated: July 2019
High School Transcript Policy
Updated: January 2018
Official Transcripts Requirement
Official transcripts are required to verify degrees, credits, and/or CEUs.
October 2021
International Documents Evaluation Services
March 2022
Foreign Transcripts Evaluation Grant
The Wisconsin Registry has received a grant that covers the cost to have your foreign transcripts evaluated when applying for Registry membership or membership renewal.
May 2024
What Documents to Send
A one-page list of examples of acceptable documents to send the Wisconsin Registry, as well as documents not to send to us.
May 2024
Official Transcripts
Find out how to obtain and send official transcripts to the Wisconsin Registry with this quick tip one-page guide.
May 2024
How to Track Down your High School Diploma
Find the best ways to locate your high school diploma to send to the Wisconsin Registry.
Resources for Members
June 2021
Understanding the Certificate of Achievement
Updated: July 2020
How do I Update My Employment History?
Updated: November 2023
Accepting an Employment Notification
This guide shows how to accept an invitation should your employer email you to add your update your employment history. Accepting an employment notification can be found in part two of this guide.
Updated: May 2022
Foundational Child Care Training Reprint Request
Updated: September 2023
Reviewing Registry Profiles for Position Qualifications
My Professional Development
September 2021
Wisconsin Registry Career Levels
Updated: April 2023
How do I find training?
Updated: October 2021
How do I Register for a Training Event?
Updated: July 2021
Finding WMELS Training
Updated: May 2014
Wisconsin Core Competencies
Information individuals in the ECE workforce can use plan their professional development.
Licensing Resources
Updated: April 2023
Early Childhood Qualifying Courses for Credit
Updated: April 2023
School Age Qualifying Courses for Credit
Updated: N/A
Licensed Family and Group Center Rules
Updated: August 2021
Group Center Staff Requirements
Updated: August 2021
Licensed Family Child Care Staff Requirements
Updated: N/A
Licensing Contacts
Updated: N/A
How to Start a Licensed Child Care Center
Registry Communications
Sent: April 2024
Registry Connection
The April 2024 edition includes a new feature that allows the Wisconsin Registry Insight Application to be translated to Spanish! Also included is an introduction to Encouraging Little Minds, and more!
Sent: February 2024
Registry Connection
An update on Program Profiles, information about the Wisconsin Registry Commission fee, CCFT updates, and more!
Sent: December 2023
Registry Connection
Our December 2023 edition takes a look back at the PDG Free Membership coupon, provides tips on FREE membership, and details the upcoming holiday hours.
Sent: November 2023
Registry Connection
FREE Registry Membership, a new guide, and an update on our transcript evaluation grant!
Sent: August 2023
Registry Connection
In the August 2023 Registry Connection we highlight individual reports available to Wisconsin Registry members and account holders!
Sent: June 2023
Registry Connection
Best practices for Program Profile maintenance and for individual members to make sure information is accurate! Also included is a recap of the CCFT grant and a little about our operations and PD teams!