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E-Learning: Facility

Intro

This e-learning video is one in a five-part series designed to give potential applicants a high-level overview of what licensed child care entails, how to ensure compliance with licensing requirements, and things to consider in planning for the operation of a child care center as a small business. 

To learn more, view the five-video series or visit Apply for a child care center license.

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Slide 2 — Finding and securing a location

Slide 3 — Building and location requirements



Slide 10 — Emergency preparedness

To find the required Child Care Emergency Plan form (DHS-7955) (PDF), see the Forms and Documents section of the Licensed Child Care Centers webpage.


Applying for a child care center license

To learn more about the application process: