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Support military families while building a rewarding career in your own home. 

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Start Your Own Child Care Business

Are you passionate about working with children? Becoming a Family Child Care (FCC) provider allows you to run a home-based business while supporting military families by offering quality childcare.

 

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Benefits of Becoming an FCC Provider

  • Earn Income from Home: Stay at home with your children while earning a salary.

  • Business Flexibility: Set your own hours and choose the type of care you want to provide (full-day, day-day, part-day, hourly, overnight, or weekend care).

  • Training and Certification Provided: Receive free professional development, including CPR, first aid and early childhood and child development education.

  • Ongoing Support and Resources: Obtain professional development, equipment, and materials through the FCC program.

  • Career Growth Opportunities: Earn credentials like the Child Development Associate (CDA) or National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) accreditation.

Steps to Become an FCC Provider

To become a certified FCC provider, you must complete the following steps:

  • Submit an Application: Complete the FCC Provider Application (DA Form 5279) and submit it to your local FCC office.

  • Complete a Family Interview: An FCC representative will visit your home to discuss expectations and answer questions.

  • Background Checks: A background check will be conducted for the applicant, military sponsor, and anyone older than 12 years old living in the home.

  • Attend Orientation and Training: Complete orientation training, including child safety, CPR, and child abuse prevention.

  • Home Safety Inspections: Your home must pass fire, safety, health, and sanitation inspections.

  • Receive Provisional Certification: Once approved, you will receive a provisional certification and can begin providing childcare.

How to Get Started

If you are interested in becoming an FCC provider, contact your local FCC Office for more details.

Start your home-based childcare business today and make a difference in the lives of military families.

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