Conference FAQs

Attending the National Annual Conference offers Family Child Care educators the opportunity to gain professional development, connect with peers and national leaders, explore innovative practices and resources, and be inspired to elevate the quality and impact of their family child care programs.

Please visit our national conference webpage and scroll to the bottom of the page for upcoming National Annual Conference dates.

The National Annual Conference is about children but not for children. Children under the age of 18 are unable to attend.

For more information, please contact conference@nafcc.org.

We recommend dressing professionally yet comfortably. Themed events will be announced closer to the conference dates, along with suggested attire for those who wish to participate.

Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase in the exhibit hall at our “Cash and Carry” area. Each conference registration includes one ticket to the Saturday Awards Luncheon; additional tickets may be available by contacting conference@nafcc.org. You may also purchase a Toast to Quality VIP Reception ticket for $60, which includes dinner from 6-7pm.

The full conference schedule can be found on our WHOVA app closer to the conference date. The schedule is subject to change.

You can register for the conference by visiting our national conference webpage and selecting the “Conference Registration” tab.

Please visit our national conference webpage to find current pricing information.

Conference registration includes:

• General sessions
• 200+ workshops
• Exhibit hall
• Friday Accreditation Presentation
• Friday DJ & Dancing
• Saturday Awards Luncheon
• and more!

Tickets for the Friday Toast to Quality VIP Reception are available for an additional purchase of $60 which includes dinner from 6-7pm.

Confirmation is immediately displayed once you have completed your payment. Please print out for your records.

If additional tickets are available, onsite registration will be available at the “Late Registration” ticket price. Please contact us at conference@nafcc.org for more information.

At this time, one-day registrations are not being offered. Please contact at conference@nafcc.org for more information.

All refund requests must be submitted in writing no later than 60-days before the conference date via email to conference@nafcc.org. Cancellations will incur a $70 administrative fee, which will be deducted from the refund. For more information, visit our Conference Registration Refund Policy page.

Yes. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to a colleague. Member tickets may only be transferred to another current member. Please contact conference@nafcc.org at least 14 business days prior to the event to arrange this transfer. A $70 administrative fee will apply. For more information, visit our Conference Registration Refund Policy page.

No, NAFCC membership is not required to attend the conference; our conference is for everyone. However, members receive a discounted registration rate.

Yes. You can renew your membership or become a member during conference registration. You’ll be prompted to select your membership type before completing registration, and the fee will appear at checkout.

Please email us at conference@nafcc.org with your updated information.

Please visit our national conference webpage for all information regarding the conference hotel, group rates, parking, and travel details.

Pre-Conference sessions, including the NAFCC Ignite Leadership Track, will take place on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. NAFCC Accreditation Observer and Ambassador Training will be held on Monday, July 14, 2026 and Tuesday, July 15, 2026.

The list of Pre-Conference workshop sessions will be available on the national conference webpage under the “Pre-Conference” tab closer to the conference date.

Morning Pre-Conference sessions are complimentary with the purchase of a full regular conference ticket. The NAFCC Ignite Leadership Track requires a $125 registration fee and includes lunch as well as additional workshop sessions.

Yes. The layaway plan is offered to NAFCC members only.

The layaway plan allows members to make monthly payments toward both conference registration and hotel accommodation. Please note that pre-conference sessions, the Friday night Toast to Quality VIP Reception ticket, excursions, airfare, and other add-ons are not included in the plan.

Do not register on the general registration site if you are participating in the layaway plan. Once your final layaway payment is received, you will receive an email with a coupon code and instructions on how to register for the conference. This email will also provide the opportunity to purchase a Friday night Toast to Quality VIP Reception ticket.

All changes to hotel arrival or departure dates should be emailed to conference@nafcc.org. Any changes may affect your monthly payments. Do not reserve a hotel room through the regular registration link if you are participating in the layaway plan—your hotel reservation will be made through the layaway plan.

The last day to enroll is December 5, 2025. Space is limited, so we encourage early enrollment.

Cancellations made on or before April 18, 2026 will incur a 30% cancellation fee. Cancellations made after April 18, 2026 are non-refundable.

More information is available on the national conference webpage under the “Layaway” tab.

Please email conference@nafcc.org for any questions regarding layaway registration or hotel accommodations.

Group registration is available for a minimum of 2 participants. To register, visit the national conference webpage, click the “Conference Registration” tab, scroll to the “Group Registration” section, and complete the linked form.

For each group member, you will need to provide:

• First Name
• Last Name
• Email Address
• NAFCC member or Non-member status

You should also indicate if you will be paying for group membership or membership renewal for any group members.

No. There is no discount for group registration. We recommend submitting your group registration early to take advantage of Early Bird Registration pricing.

If you need to edit group members, please email conference@nafcc.org.

Payment will be made via Bill.com.

Once payment is received, the main group contact will receive a registration code and instructions to share with group members. Please note: Group members are not automatically registered; each member must complete registration individually using the provided code.

Please email conference@nafcc.org with any questions.

Yes. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be offered through Auburn University.

To receive your CEU transcript, please complete the Session Feedback in the WHOVA app for each workshop you attend. Approximately 30 days after the conference concludes, CEU transcripts will be available for purchase through Auburn University. More information and instructions will be provided closer to the conference.

Yes. Certificates will be available for each workshop you attend. Each certificate will include the hours and CEUs associated with that session.

To receive your certificates, you must complete the Session Feedback in the WHOVA app for each workshop you attend. Certificates will be emailed to attendees within 10 business days after the conference concludes.

Please email conference@nafcc.org for assistance.

Pre-Conference sessions, including the NAFCC Ignite Leadership Track, will take place on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. NAFCC Accreditation Observer and Ambassador Training will be held on Monday, July 14, 2026 and Tuesday, July 15, 2026.

The list of Pre-Conference workshop sessions will be available on the national conference webpage under the “Pre-Conference” tab closer to the conference date.

Morning Pre-Conference sessions are complimentary with the purchase of a full regular conference ticket. The NAFCC Ignite Leadership Track requires a $125 registration fee and includes lunch as well as additional workshop sessions.

Workshop sessions can be found in the WHOVA app under the “Agenda” tab.

Pre-signups for workshop sessions are not required. Sessions are offered on a first-come, first-served basis (subject to available seating). We recommend selecting a second or third choice in case your preferred session fills up.

WHOVA is our official event app that allows attendees to view the conference schedule, create their own agenda, network, connect, receive announcements, and much more! You can access WHOVA through the mobile app or by logging in on your computer. We highly recommend using WHOVA for the best conference experience.

Download the WHOVA app from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or this link. Once downloaded, log in using the same email address you used to register for the conference. Please note: There is no invitation code required to access the event.

Please email conference@nafcc.org for assistance.

The event will be available in WHOVA approximately one month before the conference begins.

You can find:

• The full conference agenda
• Community message boards
• Conference photos & videos shared by attendees
• Exhibitors and sponsors
• Workshop session post surveys and the overall conference survey
• Announcements and important updates
• Special events
• And more!

Go to your profile in the WHOVA app, tap “Edit,” and you can add a profile picture, organization, title, and a short bio. Completing your profile helps other attendees connect with you!

All event updates and announcements will be sent through WHOVA notifications, please be sure to enable push notifications on your phone to stay up to date.

To become a sponsor or exhibitor, please visit the national conference webpage and select the “Prospectus” tab. There, you can review sponsorship levels, exhibitor packages, and complete the online application form.

Sponsoring or exhibiting at the NAFCC National Annual Conference provides a unique opportunity to:

• Connect directly with family child care educators and leaders from across the country
• Gain brand visibility through conference marketing and signage
• Build relationships with current and potential customers
• Showcase your products, services, and resources to a highly engaged audience

Please email conference@nafcc.org with questions about exhibiting and/or sponsoring.

Proposals will be accepted starting mid-November through WHOVA. Details and the submission link can be found on our national conference webpage under the “Presenters” tab.

Yes. You may submit more than one proposal for different workshop sessions.

Workshop sessions are 90 minutes long.

Workshop presenters will be notified of their acceptance approximately three months prior to the conference.

Primary presenters receive 50% off their conference registration fee. Please note: this discount applies only to the primary presenter. Co-presenters must pay the full conference registration rate.

Yes. All presenters, including co-presenters, are required to register for the conference.

Yes. Interpretation services will be available during the National Annual Conference during special events (General Sessions, Friday Toast to Quality, and the Saturday Awards Luncheon).

We welcome volunteers to help make the National Annual Conference a success! Please email conference@nafcc.org for volunteer opportunities. Volunteer sign-ups will open closer to the conference dates, and more details will be available.