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Oregon Child Care Information for Providers FAQs

• Q: What Is The Name Of The Agency That Regulates Child Care In Oregon?
  A: The agency that regulates and oversees child care in Oregon is the Oregon Department of Employment, Child Care Division.
• Q: Do I Have To Get A License To Run A Child Care Program In Oregon?
  A: It depends. Care provided in your own home for three or fewer children (in addition to any of your own), or for any number of children from just one other family … More
• Q: How Long Is The Licensing Process?
  A: The process can take a few months to complete. In general, the Oregon Child Care Division recommends you submit your application at least 45 days before you plan to … More
• Q: How Do I Begin The Licensing Process To Open A Certified Child Care Center?
  A: According to the Child Care Division, before you can license a facility as a Child Care Center you must: (1)Submit a completed "Application for Certified Child Care … More
• Q: How Do I Begin The Licensing Process To Open A Certified Child Care Home?
  A: Before you can open a Certified Child Care Home you must do the following: (1) Submit a completed "Application for Certified Family Child Care Home" at least … More
• Q: What Is The Licensing/Registration Process For A Registered Family Child Care Home?
  A: According to the Child Care Division, prior to approval as a licensed Registered Family Child Care Home you must: (1) Complete a Family Child Care Overview session; … More
• Q: What Is The Licensing Fee For A Certified Child Care Center?
  A: The licensing fee for a Certified Child Care Center is $100.00 + $2.00 for each child.
• Q: What Is The Licensing Fee For A Certified Child Care Home?
  A: The licensing fee for a Certified Child Care Home $25.00 + $2.00 per child.
• Q: What Is The Licensing Fee For A Registered Family Child Care Home?
  A: The registration fee for a Registered Family Child Care home is $30.00.

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