Childcare Licensing Toolkit

Tools to Navigate Licensing Process & Compliance

Licensing requirements for child care providers can be complex. It’s essential to familiarize yourself with local and state regulations, professional development, health and safety standards, facility guidelines, maintaining compliance, and license renewal. Building this knowledge will promote safe environments for children while meeting state quality care standards with confidence.

This toolkit is designed to assist Family or Group Care and Child Care Center providers. License-exempt providers interested in becoming licensed may also use this toolkit to support their licensing process. For Child Care Institutions or other special care centers, please contact your licensing surveyor for specific guidance.

As you navigate this toolkit, each segment will contain three (3) key parts:

• What You Need to Know: Outlines the essential regulations and standards.
• Tools and Resources: Provides practical tools such as templates, checklists, and additional material to support your licensing process.
• Helpful Hints: Offers expert advice and tips to help you navigate common challenges and stay on track with licensing.

A login account gives you access to everything.

Click on the "Register" link at the top right of any page and request access to get started.