As used in this section and sections 10-550a to 10-550h , inclusive:
(1) “Accredited” means an early care and education program (A) accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, National Association for Family Child Care or other nationally recognized accreditations or certifications as approved by the commissioner, or (B) that has received Early Head Start or Head Start federal approval;
(2) “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of Early Childhood; and
(3) “Office” means the Office of Early Childhood.