The Connecticut office of early childhood is the state agency responsible for licensing child care centers and group child care homes this presentation will help you understand the application process involved in opening a licensed childcare center or group child care home section one will address preparing to apply for licensure section two will address fee invoice forms ownership affidavits property history form director and head teacher approvals required local approvals and enrollment and services provided section three will address schedule of operation staffing including background checks work schedules organizational charts and qualifications as well as consultants and food service as applicable section four will address physical plant indoor space requirements special considerations for infant and toddler space water and radon testing requirements physical plant outdoor space requirements section five will address developing policies plans and procedures and section six will address what to expect in your initial inspection this section will help you to decide which type of license to apply for and prepare you to begin your application Music the office of early childhood is a licensing agency for child care centers and group child care homes we hope this presentation helps you to understand the process of opening a licensed childcare program Music opening a licensed childcare program of any kind is an exciting endeavor that requires commitment and a clear understanding about providing quality childcare therefore there are some questions you'll want to consider before starting this journey for example what inspires you to want to open a licensed childcare program is it your love for children your wish to provide a safe daily environment for children do you want to help families would you like to offer early care and education opportunities for children and families could this be a lucrative business opportunity for you and will this allow you to utilize your professional skills and knowledge regardless of your inspiration it is important to have a clear understanding of the application process along with the statutes and regulations this presentation was designed to assist you with the application process Music before you get started with the application process there are some important questions you may want to consider for example do you have a clear understanding about your purpose and goals in opening a licensed childcare program do you know how many children you will want to enroll and what age groups have you secured a facility in which to operate your program that meets all of the required local approvals are you prepared to employ qualified program staff with an understanding of children and their developmental needs do you have an understanding about how to create a safe healthy play and learning environment that will meet the needs of the children you will serve Music if you answered yes to most or all of these questions then you may be ready to begin your application for licensure and well on your way to opening your new childcare centre or group childcare home
