§ 7–2011.03. Study on the impact of OSSE's regulations that require increased education qualifications for staff members.

(a) OSSE shall contract with an entity to conduct a study to assess the impact of 5A DCMR § 164 through 5A DCMR § 171 on staff members and the cost of child care in the District.

(b) The entity completing the study shall:

(1) Be nationally recognized;

(2) Have expertise and knowledge of the child care industry, including costs, quality, and access;

(3) Have a demonstrated understanding of best practices in workforce development; and

(4) Have conducted a breadth of research in advancing affordable and accessible child care that supports the development and learning of children.

(c) At a minimum the study shall, by ward:

(1) Provide demographic data on staff members in the District, including:

(A) Gender identification;

(B) Race;

(C) Ethnicity;

(D) Language spoken;

(E) Income level; and

(F) Highest level of educational attainment;

(2) Assess the impact of increased educational requirements on the cost of child care;

(3) Determine the impact of increased educational requirements on staff members working in the District; and

(4) Provide recommendations:

(A) On ways to increase educational requirements without financially burdening staff members; and

(B) That identify professional development support for staff members.