Escalones Rewards

When you participate in Escalones Rewards, you can get paid for key steps you take to improve your business and caregiving.

See below for a list of rewards and the documentation you’ll need. Check back here for more updates as new rewards are added! Enroll by clicking here today!

Rewards between $25-$1,000 will be paid for achievements like:

  • Complete 3 credit early care and education course or equivalent training approved by ECECD
  • Complete Child Development Certificate (CDC) or Child Development Associate (CDA)
  • Getting registered or licensed with the Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD)
  • Claiming your site on child care finder
  • Registering in EPICS
  • Joining FOCUS or increasing a star level
  • Completing an Associates or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education

Escalones Rewards



The list below shows how much you can earn for each achievement. Our coaches can help you get there: email escalones@growingupnm.org or call 505-819-0136.

*Please note that providers may only earn rewards for achievements completed after enrollment in Escalones: Rewards. Rewards will be paid depending on funding available.

Professional Development

AmountAchievement Documentation
$50-$150Early Childhood Education trainings (Ex. Behaviors, curriculum, Circle of Security)Copies of certificates
$100Register for FOCUSDocumentation confirming your enrollment or participation
$100Enroll an additional child under 5 yrs old (visit with a Child Care Program Specialist for details – limits apply)Copy of child’s enrollment or registration form with Start Date
$150High School diploma/GEDVerification of achievement is required
Up to $200Complete course or trainings required by ECECDCertification of completion
$500Obtain the Child Development Certificate(CDC) or Child Development Associate (CDA)Photocopy of certification
$750Complete Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood EducationPhotocopy of degree
$1,000Complete Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood EducationPhotocopy of degree

Business Administration and Regulatory

AmountAchievement Documentation
$25 Create a Family Enrollment/Registration formCopy of new Enrollment/Registration form
$75Create a Family HandbookPersonalized handbook
$75Complete a background checkConfirmation/receipt from the Vendor
$100Open a business bank accountCopy of Welcome Letter from your bank or credit union
$100Register your business with the City or County for the first timeCopy or photo of your business license
$100Register for EPICS and complete the required trainingEmail confirming the training is complete and you are registered for EPICS
$100Register for the food program/find a food sponsorEmail or letter confirming CACFP registration
$150Adopt a new technology to assist with your business (Ex. accounting software, enrollment or communication tool)Technology achievements subject to team review
$200Become a Registered Home Provider with the Early Childhood and Care Dept. (ECECD)Copy of ECECD Registration
$400Become a Licensed Home Provider with the Early Childhood and Care Dept. (ECECD)Copy of ECECD License

Health & Safety Achievements

AmountAchievement Documentation
$100Child proof your homePhotos of childproof home
$150Obtain CPR/First Aid certification or recertificationCopy of certification with dates of completion
$10Bonus rewardPhoto or copy of yourself with achievement – subject to review

Did you recently complete an achievement that you do not see here? You may still be eligible for a reward! Contact us at escalones@growingupnm.org.