Join our monthly meetings for all prospective providers!
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Visit the Child Care Licensing Page
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Read the Rules and Complete the New Provider Training
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Apply for the Child Care License and Submit the Following:
- Child Care License Application
- Infant/child CPR/First Aid Certification: The CPR/First Aid certificate must include infant and child, as well as hands-on testing.
- Business License: Contact the city or county the facility is located in to obtain a business license.
- Obtain a Food Handlers Permit: Contact the Bear River Health Department to find out when their classes are being held. Visit Bear River Health Department or call (435) 792-6500
- Complete a Fire Inspection: Contact the local fire authority that the facility is located in to schedule a free fire inspection.
- Complete a Kitchen Inspection: Contact the local health department to complete a kitchen inspection.
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Create a Utah ID
- Wait four business days after submitting your application.
- Create a Utah ID login - Create a Utah ID
- Access your portal.
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Submit Background Check and Schedule your Fingerprint Appointment
- Log into Your Child Care Licensing Portal - Your Child Care Licensing portal is where you will submit documents, view your licensing record, authorize or cancel background check forms, and submit your W-9 form.
- Submit the background check forms on the Child Care Licensing Background Check Form Page
- Authorize the background checks at your provider portal. Authorizing Background Checks.
- Call the Child Care Resource Agency at (435) 797-1552 and make an appointment to get your fingerprints scanned. Fingerprint appointments are free.
- Anyone age 12 or older who lives in the home must submit a background check.
- Fingerprints must be submitted for each individual who lives in the home who is over the age of 18.
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On-site Inspection with a Licensing Specialist
Start-Up Grant Information
A family child care provider start-up grant is available to anyone who is issued a Family Child Care License. You must apply for the grant within 12 months of receiving your license. The grant is awarded as a reimbursement after start-up expenses have incurred. The provider must submit copies of receipts documenting all expenses. The grant reimburses providers up to $400 for costs associated with the initial licensing process. Please keep receipts for the following purchases and fees:
- Business License Fees
- Fire & Kitchen Inspection Fees
- Fire Extinguishers, Smoke Detectors, First Aid Kits
- First Aid, CPR Certification
- Food Handler’s Permit Training
Questions? Contact the Child Care Resource Agency at 435-797-1552 or childcare.help@usu.edu.