Follow this application process to start a small child care business in a private home.
STEP ONE: Review the relevant licensing regulations.
STEP TWO: Complete the preliminary online application.
STEP THREE: You will be asked to submit additional paperwork.
STEP FOUR: Complete the following:
- One Child Care Program Record Check Authorization Form for each person in the home & other caregivers over 15.
- A Census Form listing everyone in the home.
STEP FIVE: Submit your completed forms to your Child Care Business Technician.
STEP SIX: Once we get your completed application, we'll enter it into the data system and process the criminal record checks.
STEP SEVEN: If we approve your preliminary application, a licensing field specialist will visit your home.
STEP EIGHT: You may need to complete some additional steps identified during the visit.
STEP NINE: We will process your application.
WHERE TO GET HELP
- If you have questions about the process or need translations of the application materials, contact the Child Care Business Technician in your area.
- If you have questions about the licensing regulations, contact the Licensor on Duty at 1-800-649-2642 (option 3) or ahs.dcfcddchildcarelicensing@vermont.gov.