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Become A Child Care Provider
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Considering becoming a child care provider? The job can be extremely rewarding, but it comes with certain challenges and issues. Significant research should be conducted before you make the decision to care for other families' children.

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It takes a lot more than loving children to start a family child care business. It may require a license or registration, and basic and safety training is on the "must do" list as well. The National Association for Family Child Care offers suggestions for getting started.

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Caring for other people's children can be a rewarding career. Before making a decision, be sure to explore issues such as the needs of the community, requirements and standards, zoning and insurance, start-up costs, and more.

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A review of demographic information about children, families and child care can help you make an informed decision as to whether becoming a provider is a right choice.

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