Me and my sister just decided we want to open up our own daycare. Is there any special classes we would have to take, or how would we go about doing this?
2006-12-11 10:02:03 · 6 answers · asked by ANDREA 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Very good. This is what i do, if you cant tell by the name. Let me first say it is difficult to start from scratch. The site below has lots of info. You need one of these kits like I used. This one has everything you need. Forms, letters and a complete business plan. There are also links for grants and other things.
2006-12-12 04:46:57 · answer #1 · answered by Daycare Answers 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on your state... you have many requirements that you must meet. First, education can vary from just needing a high school diploma to needing 24 units in CDE (Child Development and Education) classes at a college. Depending on your state's requirements, you will also have to pass a fingerprint FBI scan, get a current physical and TB test (which is good for 2 years), and take classes from the local licensing agency. You will also need to have liability insurance for the children who will be at your home (check on your home-owner's insurance, this should cover it). You will have to get licensed by the county you live in, and will have to have an in-home inspection to make sure that you are meeting the minimum regulations. You can find out what your requirements are by calling the local licensing agency in your area. If you want to make sure you are meeting the highest industry standards, you should purchase the FDCRS (Family Day Care Rating Scale) from amazon.com. It will give you specific things to look for in each learning area of your home classroom. It is a tool used by preschool teachers everywhere, and has very high standards for a quality daycare. You also need to decide what type of care you will be providing... will you be closer to "babysitting services" or will you be running an educationally based program? How many children would you like to serve? (small business licenses can usually have 6 children). How will parents be paying you (I recommend in advance... otherwise you may get stiffed)? Will you be feeding the children from your own pantry, or will the parents provide snacks and lunches? Will parents provide diapers, wipes, etc if needed? Will you be transporting children anywhere? (watch for child car seat laws) What types of rates will you charge? I recommend having at least 12 units of childcare classes, with at least some experience in dealing with other people's children (such as in a practicum or lab class) and a chance to observe veteran teachers dealing with behaviors. Another great book you can check out is called, How to Start a Quality Childcare Business in your Home, by Melody Carlson. Lots of great hints, etc in there to get you started. Good luck!
2006-12-11 10:21:04 · answer #2 · answered by dolphin mama 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start by contacting your state licensing people for day cares. They will tell you what you need to have, when someone will come look at your house/building, etc.
In my state there are programs for child-care providers to take.
Anyway, your state website or a search like "day care license in Missouri" is where to start.
2006-12-11 10:44:59 · answer #3 · answered by WhiteLilac1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to be licensed by the state, wich means taking classes, and getting funds. Start there.
2006-12-11 10:05:35 · answer #4 · answered by sweetie_baby 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you need your CDA or child development associate and your CCP child care professional
and a license from the state and county talk to your DHS dept.also
2006-12-11 11:06:25 · answer #5 · answered by chuy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there classes to take - and LOTS of paperwork. the best first step is to contact your local government. They are highly regulated.
2006-12-11 10:05:03 · answer #6 · answered by srog98 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋