North Carolina Parents as Teachers

Since the first North Carolina PAT program was implemented in 1989, the NCPAT Network has grown to over 80 programs with over 400 parent educators across the state. In 1991, North Carolina became a training site of the PAT National Center and now has four national trainers. The flexibility of the PAT model allows programs to be funded and sponsored in a variety of ways. In NC, PAT is funded through local school systems, SmartStart, Head Start, Even Start, and other local, private, state and federal grants.

Although PAT is designed as a universal access program, in North Carolina funding may be directed to families with greatest need.

NC PAT is an affiliate of the International Parents as Teachers program. If you are interested in starting a PAT program in NC, contact , State Coordinator, for more information. To find a program in your area visit the PAT National Center web site at www.parentsasteachers.org.