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Start Self-Declared Child Care for Five Children or Fewer
A self-declaration document and licensing have similiar requirements, but a self-declaration document is not a child care license. Review the information below to learn more about starting a child care with self-declaration document
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✓What is a Self-Declaration Document? ➜
✓Obtaining Self-Declared Documenation ➜
• Contact the your Licensing Specialist ➜
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Required Documents
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This link will take you to a list of forms that you will need to complete your required Criminal Background Check
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This link will take you to a list of forms that you will need to complete your application to become a Self-Declared provider
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Helpful Resources
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Learn more about healthy environments and programming that supports children's growth and development
