Start Child Care
Licensed Family Child Care
for 7 to 9 Children
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✓Complete the Licensing Process ➜
• Contact Your • Submit Licensing Paperwork
• Prepare for Inspection
✓Establish Your New Child Care Business ➜
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Required Documents for Licensing
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This link will take you to a list of forms that you will need to complete for your application for a Family Child Care License
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This link will take you to a list of forms that include the following documents that you will need to complete your required Criminal Background Check
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Additional Resources
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Additional resources to help you manage budgets, staffing, marketing and run your business after you complete the licensing process.
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Resources to help you create healthy environments and offer programming that supports children's growth and development.