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Family child care orientation

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Orientation modules

The following modules provide an overview of the DCYF licensing process for family child care providers in Minnesota. The modules were designed to be viewed in chronological order, but it is not required.

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Module 1 – Introduction

This orientation is designed to give you more information about what it means to have a licensed family child care program and an overview of family child care licensing requirements in the state of Minnesota.

Length: 7:05 | Transcript

 

Module 2 – Home Environment

In this module, you will learn about licensing requirements for the inside and outside of your home as well as fire safety.

Length: 9:47 | Transcript

Module 3 – Infant Safe Sleep

In this module, you will learn more about caring for infants, including requirements for safe sleep.
 

Length: 6:20 | Transcript

Module 4 – Health and Safety

In this module, you will learn more about caring for ill children, giving medication, and food, nutrition and water requirements.

Length: 12:35 | Transcript

Module 5 – Supervising and Caring for Children

In this module, you will learn about the requirements for supervising and caring for children.

Length: 12:44 | Transcript

Module 6 – Capacity and Ratios

In this module, you will learn more about requirements for capacity and ratios.

Length: 3:28 | Transcript

Module 7 – Preparing for Emergencies

In this module, you will learn about preparing for emergencies.
 

Length: 6:01 | Transcript

Module 8 – Training Requirements for Providers

In this module, you will learn about what training you need to take before becoming licensed and after you are licensed.

Length: 2:16 | Transcript

Module 9 – Requirements for Substitutes and Other Caregivers

In this module, you will learn about the requirements for substitutes and other caregivers, should you choose to use them in your program.

Length: 7:33 | Transcript

Module 10 – The Initial Licensing Process

In this module, you will learn about Minnesota's family child care licensing system.

Length: 21:15 | Transcript

Module 11 – You’re Licensed: Now What?

This module will give you a brief overview of what you can expect after you are licensed.

Length: 13:00 | Transcript