Pennsylvania Child Care Information for Providers FAQs
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What Is The Name Of The Agency That Regulates Child Care In Pennsylvania?
A: The Department of Public Welfare is the supervising state agency for Child Care Providers. Every county also belongs to one of four Regional Child Development Offices. … More -
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Are There Different Types Of Day Care Providers In Pennsylvania? If So, What Are The Types?
A: Yes. Pennyslvania classifies child care providers into three categories: Child Care Centers, Group Child Day Care Homes, Family Child Day Care Homes. -
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What Is A Child Care Center?
A: A Child Care Center is a facility in which a provider cares at any one time for seven or more children unrelated to the provider. -
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What Is A Group Child Care Home?
A: A Group Child Care Home is a residential/non residental facility in which a provider cares for more than six but fewer than 16 school age children, or up to 13 … More -
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What Is A Family Child Day Care Home?
A: A Family Child Day Care Home is the residence of the provider and up to 6 children unrelated to the provider may be cared for. -
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How Do I Receive A License For A Child Care Facility?
A: All applicants have to submit the applicable forms, undergo a background check, and have a facility inspection. -
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Are Child Care Facilities Subject To Inspection?
A: Yes. All facilities are inspected prior to receiving a license and are inspected annually. -
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Do I Have To Undergo A Background Check?
A: Yes. All applicants and potential child care employees must undergo a fingerprint background check for criminal convictions and child abuse incidents. -
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How Can I Find A Licensed Child Care Provider In My Area?
A: You can contact your regional office to find licensed child care providers in your county. -
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Do Children In Day Care Require Vaccinations?
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
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