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Opening and Running a Child Care Business

Child Care through the Lens of our State Partner
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Child Care through the Lens of our State Partner

April 22, 2023
The Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL)  is a critical partner for Child Care Answers’ work. We’re thrilled this month to welcome Beth Steward, child care quality specialist at OECOSL. Read below to learn more about her experience and how the State is shaping child care. What is your early childhood education background? […]
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Earning a Child Care License: How One Provider Got There
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Earning a Child Care License: How One Provider Got There

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Child Care through the Lens of our State Partner
The Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL) is a critical partner for Child Care Answers’ work. We’re thrilled this month to welcome Beth Steward, child care quality specialist at OECOSL. Read below to learn more about her experience and how the State is shaping child care. What is your early childhood education background? […]
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Earning a Child Care License: How One Provider Got There
Program engagement specialist Michelle Terry recently caught up with Indianapolis’ newest family child care home owner, Yasmine Caruthers, the week before she received her child care license. Child Care Answers supported Safe Haven Learning Academy through the journey to become licensed, including completing a mock inspection the day of this interview. Thanks to Yasmine for […]
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Early Childhood Mental Health
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Plan ahead for a safe and fun field trip with your little ones Field trips are a great way to empower children and bring classroom lessons to life. They expose children to sights and sounds they may not otherwise get to experience and can provide opportunities for educators like you to introduce new concepts. They […]
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Child Care Staffing Strategies
Skilled and caring child care professionals: the heart of your child care business Whether you own a family child care home with one other caregiver or manage a staff of dozens in a child care center, it’s important to consider how staffing affects your program, and ultimately, the children you serve. These resources will help […]
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Build Capacity in Your Child Care Program
Take steps to provide quality care for more children There are a lot of questions about child care in Indiana, but we know one thing: we need more high quality child care seats to serve Indiana’s children. As a child care provider or business owner, there are a number of ways that you can do […]
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Early Childhood Degrees and Colleges
Jump start your early childhood career with formal education You might consider pursuing a college degree in early childhood education if you: Plan to start your own child care business Want to make a career change to the early care and education field Want to broaden your knowledge of early childhood education and philosophies Have […]
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Child Care Credentials and Certifications
Early childhood credentials and certifications Early childhood credentials and certifications can help you learn more about targeted areas within the the early childhood education field. When you have a credential or certificate, current or potential employers see you as dedicated to growing in your career. Licensing and Paths to QUALITY may also accept or require […]
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Open a Child Care Business
Becoming a Child Care Provider You know one thing – you have a passion for children and want to make a career of it. We’re here to help you figure out what comes next. First: determine the type of care you want to provide In Indiana, you can provide quality care through a number of […]
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Open a Child Care Ministry
Opening an unlicensed registered child care ministry As you begin the journey to making a difference in the lives of Indiana’s children, Child Care Answers is here to guide you through the process of starting your child care ministry. You have a number of options to consider when opening a ministry, which each include separate […]
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Open a Child Care Home
Open a Family Child Care Home As you begin the journey to making a difference in the lives of Indiana’s children, Child Care Answers is here to guide you through the process of starting your child care business. To open a licensed family child care home, you’ll need to fulfill a variety of requirements. We’re […]
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Open a Child Care Center
Steps to open a licensed child care center As you begin the journey to making a difference in the lives of Indiana’s children, Child Care Answers is here to guide you through the process of starting your child care business. To open a child care center, you’ll need to go through a variety of requirements. […]
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Child Care Licensing and Regulations
Understand regulations for your child care business While your heart is with children, administering child care licensing and regulations for your program is also crucial. You should continually work to ensure you child care business operates within state and local guidelines for safety and stability. Although the requirements vary depending on the type of care […]
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Health and Safety for Child Care Programs
Keeping child care health and safety at the forefront of your child care business Your number one job as a child care provider is to implement and follow health and safety policies and procedures. This not only ensures the health and safety of the children in your care but also your staff and families. These […]
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Enhance Your Child Care Business
Building a better child care program Just as young learners are always changing and learning, your program can benefit from opportunities to grow and improve too. Take time to consider how to continuously improve your environment and curriculum, attract new families to your program, and shore up your finances. Consider these possibilities to help you […]
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Becoming an On My Way Pre-K Provider
Sign on to On My Way Pre-K (OMWPK) If you have advanced to Level 3 or Level 4 in Paths to QUALITY™, you may consider applying to participate in the On My Way Pre-K initiative. Families who receive these scholarships must choose an OMWPK program, so this is a good way to get your program’s […]
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