Why the questions on the application form

(I'm not sure where my post is that I wrote on this. Hhmmm)
Anyway.

The question was asked, why all the questions on the application form. Okay, I'll be honest I borrowed it from a NAEYC scholarship form that I've seen recently, including the recommendation part too.

The name and contact information would be needed if one were to be a recipient so that I can enter it into the subscription information with CCEI.

I would like to offer this opportunity to a cross section of different types of nannies all over the country. I would also like to offer it to nannies that may be using different nanny discussion boards and associations in hope that they will report back to them how their studies are going. THE BIG MISSION here is to get nannies across the country learning about childcare and child development so that they can perform their jobs to the best of their abilities.

If a nanny is unemployed, this is important to me to know. I have been there in this whole economy mess. The stress is hard, and it would be my hope that the training opportunities provides them something to do while they job hunt. And perhaps makes them more marketable too.

If a nanny is employed, answering a question about employer(s) can provide just a glimpse as to what type of household it might be. I've worked for single parents, divorced ones, widowers, gay, etc. and nannies in positions like these are special to me as well.

If a nanny lists ages of charges, I can tell if those kids fall in the range of the ECE courses offered at CCEI. And in particular, should a nanny receive a subscription I can make suggestions on what courses they might want to take first to help them with their current job.

If a nanny gets recommendation letters, there is nothing preventing them from retaining copies for their own portfolios as well. When I did this for NAEYC, yes that contest ended awhile ago, but I still have my recommendation letter in my portfolio.

I will respect privacy, just as I want mine respected. I just to make sure nannies are applying and not some spammers or whatever.

This contest is legitimate. I have a lot at stake regarding my own professional reputation. I have projects going on and volunteer involvement in programs where a positive image matters too.

If you have questions or concerns please email me at lovingcarebylisa@gmail.com

Thanks