Things You'll Need:
- Fingerprints Medical documents
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Step 1
Submit an application for registration. Find the governing body in your state through your local Child Care Resource and Referral agency (see Resources below).
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Step 2
Take a training course. Those interested in becoming registered childcare providers must take a training course to qualify. This course, usually conducted by Child Care Resource and Referral agencies, trains candidates on child health and safety requirements, and applicants may have to pass an accompanying exam. This, as well as the hours required for the training course, will depend on your state's regulations.
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Step 3
Submit to a background check. In addition to a criminal background check, there will be checks conducted by Child Protective Services and the Department of Motor Vehicles.
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Step 4
Provide medical information. You must provide evidence that you, your assistants, and your family members living at home have passed the required medical exams.
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Step 5
Submit fingerprints. The state will keep a copy of your fingerprints, as well as those of your assistant, on file.
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Step 6
Receive child abuse clearance. The state has to check the child abuse registry to ensure that you and your assistant are not child offenders.
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Step 7
Have your home inspected. Your home must meet safety requirements, and you must have certain necessities, such as a working telephone, a bathroom and a kitchen.
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Step 8
Receive a registration certificate. Upon meeting the requirements to be a registered daycare provider, you will be approved to care for children in your home. Most states limit the number of children to six.
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Step 9
Renew your registration to stay active as a registered daycare provider. You must take training classes before you can renew your license. Some states require daycare providers to renew their registration every two years after taking at least 30 hours of training classes.
