Starting a Child Care Center
Attend a Child Care Licensing Information Session
Child Care Licensing offers a free quarterly web-based information session about the application process and requirements for licensed child care centers. This session tell you everything you need to know about the licensing requirements. While not required, attending an information session is highly recommended.
Sessions are scheduled quarterly. If you have specific questions, contact dhs.ccclictraining@state.mn.us.
Learn More About Licensing
A series of videos are also available that present a high-level overview for individuals applying for a child care center license and important details to consider prior to submitting the license application. The key objective is allowing the applicant to understand 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. Topics include defining licensed child care in Minnesota, key considerations that contribute to operating a successful child care center business, policies and procedures for licensed child care centers, staffing requirements for licensed child care centers, and more.