Nevada Child Care Information for Providers FAQs

• Q: What Is The Name Of The Agency That Regulates Child Care In Nevada?
  A: The agency that regulates and oversees child care in Nevada is the Department of Health and Human Services, Nevada Division of Child and Family Services, Bureau of … More
• Q: Are There Different Types Of Day Care Providers In Nevada? If So, What Are The Types?
  A: The State of Nevada regulates four basic types of child care facilities: a Child Care Center, a Group Home, a Family Home or a Nursery for Infants and Toddlers.
• Q: What Is The Definition Of A Child Care Center?
  A: A Child Care Center includes any facility that regularly provides day or night care for more than 12 children.
• Q: What Is The Definition Of A Group Home?
  A: A Group home includes any facility that regularly provides care for no less than seven and no more than twelve children.
• Q: What Is The Definition Of A Family Home?
  A: A Family home includes any facility that regularly provides care without the presence of parents, for at least five and not more than six children.
• Q: What Is The Definition Of A Nursery For Infants And Toddlers?
  A: A Nursery for Infants and Toddlers includes a child care facility that provides care for five or more children who are under 2 years of age.
• Q: How Long Is The Licensing Process?
  A: Generally, you should submit your application at least 45 days before you plan to open your child care facility.
• Q: Is There A Different Licensing Process For The Different Types Of Facilities?
  A: No. The licensing process is the same for all child care facilities.
• Q: What Is Licensing Process To Open A Child Care Facility?
  A: First, you must submit an application for an initial license to operate a facility to the bureau on a form supplied by the bureau; and submit the appropriate fee. … More
• Q: How Long Does It Take To Get A License?
  A: The license is issued within 30 days after completion of the investigation when the Bureau Chief believes that the proposed facility will be in compliance with the … More

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