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.

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.