ERDC Enhanced Rate Program (ERP)

Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) is a subsidy program that pays part of the child care costs for families who are working, in school or receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) including registration fees. If a parent is eligible for assistance, the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) will pay a portion of their child care bill directly to the family’s chosen child care provider through the Direct Pay Unit (DPU). Providers listed with Oregon DELC and caring for children of ERDC assisted families can receive a higher rate of pay by meeting certain training standards. The ERDC Enhanced Rate Program certifies providers who meet these standards.

Apply online or with the application:

To find, sign up and/or get assistance with training sessions available in your area, please contact Central Coordination of Child Care Resource & Referral (CCCCR&R) via email at ccrr@wou.edu or call 800-342-6712 to find your local Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) program.

For help with rates and payments, please contact the DELC Direct Pay Unit at 800-699-9074.

Oregon Child Care Workforce Recognition Payment Program

In an effort to recognize child care providers across the state of Oregon for their exceptional work, the Oregon Legislature allocated an annual $500 payment to eligible child care providers in 2024 and 2025. The 2025 Workforce Recognition Payment Program is now closed for this calendar year. Providers who have already applied have until November 30th to complete remaining paperwork through Payment Works. An announcement will be made in January regarding 2026 funds.

If you have any questions, please email occdrecognition@pdx.edu for support.

Resources

Forms

Department of Early Learning and Care’s Child Care Licensing Division

Enhanced Rate Program

Oregon Registry Steps

Oregon Registry Training

Scholarships

Voluntary Enhancements