What are the benefits to becoming licensed?

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Marketing Advantages with the local CCR&R

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Increased professional status

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Access to information about free or low cost educational training

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Ability to apply for T.E.A.C.H. scholarship

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Participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and be reimbursed for some food expenses

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Opportunity to increase your enrollment

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Updates on State and local early childhood information

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Access to resources to enhance your program

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Recognition as a professional business

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Ability to apply for some grants which may be available

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Receive the support of the County Child Care Licensing Consultant

bullet Licensed providers receive higher payment when caring for children on the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Voucher program, then non-regulated providers.

To Become a Licensed Home Child Care Provider

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Attend Orientation Training One. This is a Two-Hour training that is held throughout the year in all ten counties. If you are interested in starting a Licensed Child Care Home, please contact Huffer at LStrahn@HufferMCC.org or by calling 1-800-554-9331.

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Attend Orientation Training Two. This is a three and a half hour training that is held throughout the year in most counties. If you are interested in starting a Licensed Child Care Home, please contact Huffer at LStrahn@HufferMCC.org or by calling 1-800-554-9331.

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Prepare your home for inspection utilizing the inspection checklist and rules obtained in Orientation Two

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Complete the Application for Home Licensure provided in Orientation II. Obtain appropriate documentation and training as necessary for yourself, caregivers and family members.

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Submit the completed application and appropriate documentation to your licensing consultant. The Licensing Consultant will call you to schedule an inspection.

bullet The Licensing Consultant will complete the home inspection.

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