Choosing the right child care program is a critical decision for parents. In Oregon, the agency regulating child care programs plays a vital role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of children in these settings. This agency, known as the Child Care Licensing Division (CCLD), acts as a consumer protection service, offering assurance to families that licensed child care providers meet essential standards for child care. The CCLD focuses on fostering compliance through supportive measures, including education, technical assistance, and readily available resources, all while maintaining a strong commitment to customer service to empower license holders toward success.
The Child Care Licensing Division in Oregon is responsible for issuing several types of child care licenses, each tailored to different care environments and age groups. These licenses include:
- Registered Family (RF): This license is typically for family child care homes operating in a residential setting.
- Certified Family (CF): Similar to Registered Family licenses, Certified Family licenses also apply to home-based child care but may have different requirements and capacity limits.
- Certified Center (CC) and School-age Center (SC): These licenses are designed for child care centers operating in commercial or non-residential buildings. Certified Centers (CC) cater to a broader age range of children, while School-age Centers (SC) specifically focus on children of school age, from kindergarten eligibility upwards, excluding overnight care.
It’s important to note that while all license types are governed by health and safety regulations, the specific requirements are detailed in different sets of Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs). This ensures that the standards are appropriate for the unique environments and age groups served by each type of child care program.
To continually improve its services and training, the Child Care Licensing Division encourages feedback from those they serve. They provide a dedicated feedback form for individuals to share their experiences and suggestions regarding CCLD processes and procedures. This commitment to improvement highlights the agency’s dedication to effectively regulating child care programs in Oregon and supporting both providers and families.
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