Texas Child Care Information for Parents FAQs

• Q: How Can I Find A Child Care Provider?
  A: All regulated child care providers are listed in the state´s child care database. … More
• Q: Do My Children Have To Be Vaccinated To Be Enrolled In Child Care?
  A: Yes. Children enrolled or admitted to child-care facilities must meet applicable immunization requirements specified by the state Department of Health. This … More
• Q: Are There Any Exemptions For The Vaccinations?
  A: Yes. There are limited exemptions for religious and medical reasons.
• Q: Is There Assistance Available To Help Pay For Child Care?
  A: Yes. Subsidy programs are available to help parents pay for care when the parents needs care to go to work, go to school or receive job training. Contact your Local … More
• Q: Are Providers Required To Have Any Medical Training?
  A: Listed providers are not required to have any special training. Registered and Licensed providers must be certified in CPR, First Aid and the Heimlich procedure.
• Q: Will I Be Notified If The State Investigates The Facility For Abuse/Neglect?
  A: Yes. Either the state or the child care facility will notify you within 24 hours of a determination that abuse/neglect occurred.
• Q: Will I Be Notified Of Any Investigation Or Finding Conducted By The State?
  A: Investigations are confidential; however the finding of an investigation is a public record. As well, any judicial action taken by the state is a matter of public … More
• Q: May I Visit The Facility?
  A: If the provider has a license all areas of the facility must be accessible to parents during the normal hours of operation. If the provider provides care out of their … More
• Q: Do I Have The Right To Know Who Works At My Child´s Facility?
  A: Yes. The day care center or family home must post a list of all current employees.
• Q: Are The Employees Subject To A Background Check?
  A: Yes. Background checks must be completed on all individuals over 14 years of age that are employed by the provider, is a volunteer counted as a care giver, or under … More

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