Why you might want to become certified?
You would be:
- Eligible to participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program – earn money by serving the children healthy food!
- Listed in the 4-C Referral Department database
- Authorized to care for state-funded child care clients through the Wisconsin Shares program
- Qualified to participate in YoungStar and receive annual grants to put towards your child care
- Provided with wide variety of resources and technical assistance to help you succeed in the business of family child care
- Able to enhance your professional image as a child care provider

About the Orientation
During this orientation, you will learn more about the application process, how to prepare your home and other important aspects of operating a family child care business. Once you have completed the orientation, you will receive an application packet.
Pre-Service Training Requirements
Certified providers must complete pre-service child care training including:
- Fundamentals of Family Child Care
- Infant/Child CPR