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Kansas Child Care Information for Providers FAQs

• Q: Do I Have To Undergo A Background Check?
  A: Yes. All licensees and potential employees and volunteers, including children over 10 years of age who reside in a Family Child Care Home, must undergo a fingerprint … More
• Q: How Do I Begin The Licensing Process?
  A: All potential child care providers must attend a mandatory orientation session prior to starting the application process. The sessions are run by your local health … More
• Q: How Can I Find A Licensed Child Care Provider In My Area?
  A: You may contact the Kansas Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies at 1-877-678-2548 to find a licensed provider in your area.
• Q: Do The Children In Day Care Have To Be Vaccinated?
  A: Yes. All children need to have all vaccination appropriate for their age. There are limited exemptions for those with medical or religous reasons. The provider must … More
• Q: Are Subsidies Available To Start A Child Care Center?
  A: Yes. It varies by county but the Kansas Children's Cabinet and Trust Fund may have funds to help you get started. You can contact them at 1-877-204-5171.
• Q: Are Subsidies Available To Help Pay For Child Care?
  A: Yes. The state Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services administers this program. You may contact them at 1-888-369-4777.
• Q: Where Can I File A Complaint?
  A: To file a regulatory complaint contact your county's health department. To report child abuse call the Kansas Protection Report Center at 1-800-922-5330.

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