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1. How do I become a licensed in-home child care provider?

The first step is to attend an orientation training at the Health Department. The purpose of the training is to review and discuss regulations and procedures.

2. Does everyone who cares for children in their home need to be licensed?

Licensure is required if you:
• care for 1 unrelated child more than 20 hours per week
• care for 2 unrelated children more than 20 combined hrs per week
• care for more than 2 unrelated children

3. Are there any minimum requirements for being a licensed in-home child care provider?

The minimum requirements are:
• have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• outdoor play space at your home
• 2 exits on the main level of your home

4. What are the required trainings?

Within 30 days of submitting your application for a license, complete the following requirements for initial professional development training:

• at least two hours in Safe Sleep Practices and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
• at least two hours in Basic Child Development
• at least two hours in Recognizing the Signs of Child Abuse or Neglect (must include prevention of head trauma)
• certifications in Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)