Membership Overview
Join NACYCP and Make an Impact
The National Association of Child and Youth Care Professionals (NACYCP) offers a variety of membership options designed to support individuals, teams, and organizations—both nationally and internationally.
We invite you to bring your experience, knowledge, and passion to a collaborative community dedicated to strengthening the Child and Youth Care (CYC) profession. Together, we work to elevate standards, build a highly competent workforce, and improve outcomes for children, youth, families, and communities.
As a leading voice for professional CYC practitioners, NACYCP partners with FICE USA to advance the highest standards of care and services for young people around the world.
Join NACYCP—or choose a combined NACYCP + FICE USA membership—to expand your impact and ensure your voice is heard both locally and globally.
NACYCP Membership Categories:
- Annual Individual Membership - $35 per person per year
- Annual Student Membership - $20 per person per year
- Annual Agency Membership (two options)
- Agency Membership- Reg NACYCP 1-20 members - $500.00 (USD)
- Agency Membership- Reg NACYCP 21-41 members - $1,000.00 (USD)
NACYCP + FICE USA Membership Categories:
- Individual Membership $70 - $70 per person per year
- Student Membership $40 - $40 per person per year
- Annual Agency Membership (two options)
- Agency Membership- Reg NACYCP Plus FICE USA Support 1-20 members - $1,000.00 (USD)
- Agency Membership- Reg NACYCP Plus FICE USA Support 21-40 members - $2,000.00 (USD)
Our membership personal data is never sold, rented or loaned to 3rd parties.
Individual Membership Benefits
Advance your career, expand your network, and stay connected to the child and youth care (CYC) profession.
As an Individual Member of NACYCP, you gain exclusive access to professional resources, leadership opportunities, and a global network of CYC professionals.
Professional Development & Learning
- Exclusive access to the Quarterly CYC Advocate featuring professional development insights, research highlights, and CYC field updates
- Monthly Membership Memo with curated resources, industry news, and NACYCP updates
- Free access to NACYCP workshops and webinars designed to strengthen your professional skills
- Discounts on affiliated CYC conferences, national workshops, and webinars
- Access to international conferences and professional events through FICE partnerships
- Guidance and support for personal research, continuing education, and professional growth
Career Advancement
- Access to CYC job openings across the U.S., Canada, and internationally
- Opportunities to post your job search materials to connect with potential employers
Professional Recognition & Leadership
- Opportunities to share achievements in professional CYC forums
- Access to professional awards and recognition programs
- Voting privileges in NACYCP board elections
- Eligibility to serve as a committee chair
- Opportunity to run for board leadership positions
Community & Networking
- Connect with a network of CYC professionals across North America and beyond
- Mentorship and collaboration opportunities with experienced practitioners
- Promotional support for member programs, projects, and events
Student Membership Benefits
Build your professional future while you’re still in school.
Student membership connects you to the CYC professional community while providing tools to launch your career.
Professional Learning
- Access to the Quarterly CYC Advocate and Monthly Membership Memo for industry insights and career guidance
- Free access to NACYCP webinars and workshops to build professional skills
- Discounts to CYC conferences, workshops, and training events
Career Preparation
- Access to CYC job opportunities across the U.S., Canada, and internationally
- Ability to post your job search materials to reach employers
Professional Community
- Opportunities to connect with established CYC professionals and mentors
- Access to professional forums to share your work, achievements, and ideas
- Access to CYC best practices, research, and professional resources
Leadership Opportunities
- Voting privileges in NACYCP board elections
- Eligibility to serve on committees and pursue future leadership roles within NACYCP
Agency Membership Benefits
Invest in your staff, strengthen your organization, and connect with the future workforce of child and youth care.
NACYCP Agency Membership helps organizations support professional growth while expanding recruitment opportunities.
Exceptional Value
- Includes up to 20 Individual NACYCP memberships for staff members
- 40% savings compared to purchasing individual memberships separately
Workforce Development
- Access to emerging professionals and graduating students seeking entry-level roles
- Promotion of your internship opportunities to colleges and universities
- Access to a network of CYC job seekers across the U.S. and Canada
Staff Training & Professional Growth
- Webinars on timely topics relevant to agency staff and leadership
- Staff discounts for NACYCP workshops, conferences, and professional events
- Support for staff pursuing professional CYC certification
Visibility & Promotion
- Recognition in the Quarterly CYC Advocate and Monthly Membership Memo
- Promotion of your agency services, programs, and events to the CYC community
- A frameable agency membership certificate recognizing your commitment to professional excellence
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