Application Process
Follow the steps in this application process to start a small child care business in a private home.
- Review the relevant licensing regulations.
- Complete the preliminary online application.
- You will be asked to submit additional paperwork.
- Complete the following:
- One Child Care Program Record Check Authorization Form for each person in the home and other caregivers over 15.
- A Census Form listing everyone in the home.
- Submit your completed forms to your Child Care Business Technician.
- Once we get your completed application, we'll enter it into the data system and process the criminal record checks.
- If we approve your preliminary application, a licensing field specialist will visit your home.
- You may need to complete some additional steps identified during the visit.
- We will process your application.
If You Have Questions
- 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.