Becoming a Provider

Overview

Becoming a licensed day care provider involves several steps and filling out a number of forms. Initially, you must view the orientation modules for a day care license. The purpose of the orientation modules is to introduce you to the general Minnesota rules and policies which govern licensing.

• Family Daycare Rule

Orientation

You must view all 11 orientation modules by clicking the link below. After viewing all modules, complete the family child care acknowledgement form and return to Pam Foss. Once received, you will be contacted to set up a short meeting at our Foley office to go over the licensing application and other required forms.

Family Child Care Orientation Link (click here to view the 11 orientation modules)

Family Child Care Acknowledgment Form (PDF)

Licensing Rules

Day care licensing rules in Minnesota are set by the Minnesota Department of Human Services. These rules help make sure that children in day care are safe, healthy, and well cared for.

To learn more, you can read the Day Care Rule (Chapter 9502) and the Human Services Licensing Act (Chapter 142B) on the Office of the Revisor of Statutes website. These rules make sure that all day care programs meet basic standards to protect and support the care and development of children.

Legally Unlicensed Child Care

Legally Unlicensed Child Care: 

• A person may provide care to any number of children related and/or provide care to children from one single unrelated family. Minnesota Statute 142B.05 Subd 2 requires licensure if the above exemptions are not met. Call for a licensing application. A person who has a license suspended, revoked or denied is prohibited from providing child care.

Helpful Resources

• Guide to Becoming a Licensed Family Child Care Provider
• Minnesota Department of Human Services State Licensing
• Child Care Wayfinder
• Wayfinder Local Contacts (PDF)