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STEP TWO:

Send your completed application package to the Community Care Licensing Office handling your zip code (a zip code listing will be provided at the orientation) along with the following FOUR items:

APPLICATION FEE:

Small Family Child Care Fee
$25.00
0 - 8 Child Capacity

Large Family Child Care Fee
$50.00
0 - 14 Child Capacity*

*Documentation outlining your qualifying experience to be a large family child care provider must be included in your application.

TB TEST(S) RESULTS

In order to protect children against Tuberculosis (TB - a highly contagious disease), you and everyone in your home who is age 18 and over (including any assistants) must get a TB test. This can be done at a doctor's office or at a public health or community clinic. The results of the TB test for all household members must be included in your application.

Where Do I Get a TB Skin Test?

Public Health Centers
Clinics
Your health care provider or HMO
A student health center if you are a college student

How Much Will a TB Skin Test Cost?

There may be a small fee at a clinic or public health center, or free with your health care provider or HMO.

ORIENTATION CERTIFICATE

The orientation certificate is good for six (6) months from the date of issuance.

CPR/FIRST AID/HEALTH AND SAFETY CERTIFICATION

You may contact your local Resource and Referral agency for places to obtain your certification. There is an approved listing of accepted agencies from which you may choose. If you find an agency on your own, make sure you check with your Resource and Referral agency to check if they are on the list of accepted agencies.

The law states you are required to complete a 15-hour CPR/First Aid/Health and Safety Course and obtain certification to be a licensed Family Child Care Provider.

The courses required are:

Infant/Pediatric CPR (8-hour class)

First Aid/Health and Safety (7-hour class)

How Much Will It Cost?

If you attend the training at your Resource and Referral agency, the usual fee is $10.00; however, if can run as high as $70 if you attend a Red Cross training course on your own.

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