Palmetto Shared Services Alliance

Big Support.For the Little ThingsThat Matter Most.

Running a childcare program takes a lot. We're here to make it easier. From practical tools and training to workforce solutions and real connections, PSSA helps South Carolina childcare providers spend less time searching and more time doing what matters.

Become a PSSA Member
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Membership is free for all licensed or registered childcare programs in South Carolina.

PSSA partners with the South Carolina Department of Social Services to strengthen early childhood programs across the state through training, business support, workforce development, and practical resources.
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A One-Stop Shop for All Things Childcare!
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Support that feels modern, useful, and built for real life.

Running a childcare program means balancing licensing, staffing, training, policies, budgets, enrollment, and the daily work of leading a team. PSSA helps ease that load with practical tools, professional development, hiring support, business resources, policy guidance, and statewide connections in one place. Providers spend less time searching for answers and more time strengthening their programs, supporting staff, and serving children and families.

Stronger, more sustainable childcare programs improve early care and education for thousands of South Carolina children and families. Their impact reaches the entire state economy: reliable, high-quality care helps parents work, learn, and advance with fewer disruptions, helps employers retain their teams, and prepares children for school.

Guided by purpose. Grounded in belief.

Our Mission

Today.

Palmetto Shared Services Alliance exists to improve the quality of South Carolina Early Care and Education professionals and environments through a system of online and onsite supports designed to save time and money.

Our Vision

Tomorrow.

All South Carolina Early Care and Education environments are equipped to sustain high quality and thrive.

Four Pillars. One Stronger Childcare Community.

PSSA brings together practical resources, professional learning, workforce solutions, and meaningful research to strengthen South Carolina's early care and education community.

  • Resource Platform

    Tools, templates, business resources, and guidance to save time, reduce costs, and strengthen childcare operations.

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  • Professional Development

    Engaging training, online learning, and customized development to help educators and childcare leaders grow.

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  • Workforce Development

    Recruitment and staffing support, including Palmetto Childcare Connect and Acquire4Hire, to build stronger teams.

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  • Research & Impact

    Data, research, evaluation, and impact reporting to understand provider needs, show results, and guide improvement.

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“Being a part of the network of PSSA and having access to its resources and trainings has been instrumental in preparing me for this next step: the transition from an in-home to a center-based academy.”
CaNihja Simon

Ready to strengthen your program?

Join PSSA to access resources, training, tools, and opportunities designed specifically for South Carolina childcare providers.

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