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Apply for a Family Child Care provider license

Family Child Care takes place in a provider's home. Find out how to apply for licensure.

Department of Early Education and Care

The Details   of Apply for a Family Child Care provider license

What you need   for Apply for a Family Child Care provider license

Before you apply for a Family Child Care license, you must:

 

Fees   for Apply for a Family Child Care provider license

Name Fee Unit
Family Child Care License $100 each
Family Child Care License Renewal $100 each
Certified Family Child Care License Assistant Application $75 each
Family Child Care License Upgrade (within license or certificate period) $25 each
Family Child Care License Change of Address $100 each
Regular Family Child Care Assistant Application $0 each

How to apply   Apply for a Family Child Care provider license

The following is required as part of the application process:

  • A check or money order made out to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the application fee.
  • A copy of the certificate of attendance from the Potential Provider meeting.
  • A copy of the certificate of attendance from the in-person Orientation Training.
  • A completed background record check request form for you and any household members 15 years or older.
  • A copy of your current certification for First Aid and Child & Infant CPR.
  • A copy of your Physical Exam from the past year that includes proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, & Rubella.
  • Proof of completion of all the required training.
  • Documentation of registering in EEC's Professional Qualifications Registry (PQR).

Once EEC receives your online licensing transaction, we'll contact you to go over your application and schedule a Pre-Licensing Visit to your program.

More info   for Apply for a Family Child Care provider license

Family Child Care Systems contract with family child care providers who wish to take advantage of resources and supports such as training, technical assistance and consultation, monitoring, and referrals to health and social services for children in their care. Find a Family Child Care System near you!

License exemption

In some cases, your program may not require a license. If you think that your child care program is exempt from licensure, submit the Licensing Exemption Request Application to an EEC office for approval.

If you have any questions, contact your regional EEC office.

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