What is the process for becoming a licensed Child Care Center?
There are several steps to open a Child Care Center. First you must read the "Basic Information for Potential Providers" booklet, which you can find on Law Info's Free Legal Forms Center. Potential Center operators must also attend a Pre-licensing Workshop. The Workshop schedule and registration form can be found on our Free Legal Forms Center. After attending the workshop you will be assigned a Consultant who will work with you in submitting your application.
Other North Carolina Child Care Information for Providers FAQs
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What agency in North Carolina is responsible for regulating child care?
The Division of Child Development regulates child care providers in North Carolina. Some cities and counties may have additional regulations you must follow. -
Do I need to be licensed?
If you provide care for pay to two or more unrelated children for longer than four consecutive hours you may require a license from the state. -
What types of child day care programs does North Carolina regulate?
North Carolina classifies day care programs as a Family Child Care Home or a Child Care Center. Child Care providers are organized based on the ages and number of … more -
What is a Family Child Care Home?
You qualify to be Family Child Care Home if you provide care in your home for a maximum of five preschool children, or up to eight children if at least three are … more -
What is a Child Care Center?
If you want to provide care to more than five preschool children you are required to have a Child Care Center license. The maximum number of children you can care for … more -
What child care programs are exempt from regulation in North Carolina?
There are a number of child care providers exempt from these regulations. If you provide care for less than 4 months a year, if you offer a specialized activity … more -
What is the process for becoming a licensed Family Child Care Home?
To become a Family Child Care Home provider you only need to fill out the required application, undergo a home inspection, and pass the required background check. To … more -
How can I become a rated child care provider?
The state has a rating system of 1-5 stars for child care providers. One star means the facility meets the minimum standards and five stars mean the facility has … more -
What are the fees for applying to become a licensed child care provider?
There is no cost to become a Family Child Care Home. For Child Care Centers There is a $45 fee for attending the Child Care Center workshop. Child Care Centers are … more -
Is there funding available to help me start a child care business?
Yes. There are two state agencies that offer financial assistance to child care providers to help pay for start up and continuing costs; Child Care Services … more
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