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Technology

Nimble technology for an evolving ECEC ecosystem

Technology is a foundational component of TCC Solutions®.  Built with the purpose to support early childhood education and care (ECEC) agencies, providers, caregivers, families and children, our technology platforms reflect our dedication to anticipating and exceeding the demands of an ever-evolving landscape.  Together with our services, we provide comprehensive solutions to streamline processes, reduce data silos, strengthen accountability and meet federal reporting requirements.

Meet Ascend by TCC Solutions® — the next-generation data system that is purpose-built for early childhood education and care (ECEC) agencies. Backed by decades of experience, Ascend® is a modular, fully integrated platform that breaks down silos, streamlines operations, and powers data-driven decisions.

Ascend® is a comprehensive solution that simplifies and unifies processes for all users. It includes robust, subject matter expert–informed back-end management functionality that equips state agencies to navigate the complex business processes required to manage the ECEC ecosystem. Front-end access for families, providers, caregivers and state partners is seamlessly connected to powerful back-end tools for agency staff.

MODULESAVAILABLE FEATURES
SUBSIDY
MANAGEMENT		Family child
care assistance
applications		Enrollment
& provider
assignment		Eligibility
review
workflows		Issue &
print voucher
certificates		Assign
& transfer
caseloads		Child &
family case
management		Pay by
enrollment		Payment
calculation
options		Waitlist
& budget
management		Braided
& blended
funding
administration
LICENSING
MANAGEMENT		Licensing &
background
check
applications		Provider
profile		Provider
search		Capacity &
enrollment
tracking		Grant
administration		Inspection
history		Plan of
correction		Serious
incidents
& complaints		Enforcement
actions
PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
REGISTRY		Individual
educator
professional
profile		Scholarship
administration
Training
review		Career
lattice		Training
calendar		Integrated
LMS		Trainer
& training
approval		Training
transcripts
& certificates
PRE-K
ADMINISTRATION		Family
Pre-K
applications		Enrollment
& provider
assignment		Eligibility
review
workflows		Child &
family case
management		Attendance
tracking		Payment
calculation
options		Wait list
& budget
management
QUALITYQRIS applicationCustomized
standards &
indicators		Quality
Improvement
Plans		Training &
technical
assistance
tracking		Rating
management
Designed by ECEC subject matter experts to meet federal, state, and local requirements, Ascend® delivers robust reporting, seamless interoperability, and best-in-class security. It’s a smarter and more connected way to support families, providers, caregivers, and ECEC partners — so your agency can focus on making a lasting and positive impact in your community.

ASCEND® GENERAL FEATURES

  • Modular system
  • Family & provider portals
  • Mobile friendly
  • Integrated database
  • Authenticated, role-based system
  • Email & SMS communication
  • Workflow management
  • Dashboards & alerts
  • Document management
  • Reports & insights
  • 508 Compliant
  • Cloud Based options

ASCEND® SECURITY FEATURES

  • Advanced encryption
  • Multi-factor authentication
  • Single Sign-On integrations
  • ISO/IEC 27001:2022
  • Secure access controls
  • Routine security audits
  • Audit logging & monitoring
  • Disaster recovery & backup
  • Web application firewall & DDOS protection
TCC Solutions® developed eXpedite® specifically to support the child care inspection process. eXpedite® is an offline electronic mobile forms solution that collects and saves data locally until a wireless connection is made. eXpedite® digitizes and pre-populates client forms and checklists. Child care licensing inspectors document the inspection process, including summary of noncompliances and electronic signatures. Inspection data can be captured both online and offline and securely transmitted to Ascend® via active wireless connection. Once transmission is complete, further processing and necessary action may be taken in Ascend®. Together, eXpedite® and Ascend® are a powerful combination of technologies that fully support and integrate the licensing management process with the inspection process.
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Ascend Modules

Ascend is an early childhood data system that allows state agencies, providers, families and early childhood educators to conduct all of their early childhood business­­—in one place.

PROVIDER MANAGEMENT

Reduced program data silos with an integrated approach to collecting and sharing regulatory data.

eXpedite CHILD CARE MOBILE INSPECTIONS

Turn any state form into an electronic form that field workers can use to collect data both online and offline.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REGISTRY

Track early childhood education and care professionals’ training, education, certifications, employment history and career level. Associate caregivers with their employers.

COORDINATED ELIGIBILITY & ENROLLMENT

One stop shop for families to search and apply for multiple programs with a unique family and child ID.

GRANTS MANAGEMENT

Configure and implement multiple types of grants with support for blending, braiding of funds and payment distribution, audit and reconciliation.

INTEGRATED DATA ANALYTICS & FEDERAL REPORTING

Showcase a state’s success story with integrated data analytics to meet federal reporting requirements.

BUDGET & WAITLIST MANAGEMENT

Supports blended and braided funding models. Auditable tracking of funds, obligations and payments to manage wait lists.

ELECTRONIC CHILD ATTENDANCE & PAYMENTS

Collect attendance and view calendars and child roster to easily record attendance for large groups of children. Calculate and develop invoices.