
Online Health and Safety Training is available to support licensed child care providers with meeting new health and safety licensing requirements. You can find the health and safety training at www.miregistry.org. There are two courses. Each course is four hours and covers several health and safety topics and child development. Licensed Providers that complete both courses will receive eight hours of professional development. If you have not already created an account in MiRegistry you will need to do so when you go in to sign up for training. Click on the 'create an account' option to get started.
Information and Resources - If you are a licensed child care provider, or wish to become one, we encourage you to take advantage of our information and resources to help you provide quality care.
If you provide care for a child receiving child care assistance from the State, use these resources to help you through the billing and payment process.
License exempt Child Care Providers are adults, age 18 or older, who are enrolled to provide child care for up to six children at a time. License exempt providers can provide care in their own home or the child's home if they are related by blood, marriage or adoption as a:
- (Great) Grandparent
- (Great) Aunt or Uncle
- Sibling (only if the provider and the child do not live together).
License exempt Child Care Providers who are not related to the child can only provide care in the child's home. You must meet requirements and apply to become a license exempt provider in order to receive assistance payments for a child that you care for. Go to the License Exempt Provider Application to begin the process.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Q: How do I become a licensed provider?
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A: If you wish to be licensed as a child care center, group child care home or family child care home, call the Bureau of Community Health Systems (BCHS) toll free at 1-866-685-0006 or visit: www.michigan.gov/michildcare
Q: As a licensed provider, how do I accept CDC subsidy-eligible children?
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A: If you are currently a licensed provider and wish to accept a CDC subsidy-eligible child(ren) into your program, you and the parent will need to complete the DHS-4025, Provider Verification form, selecting you as their provider. The parent will submit the form to MDHHS. All staff that have contact with children will also have to complete a comprehensive background check.
For reimbursement, please go to the Provider Resources section and review the I-Billing instructions and Billing help information.
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Q: How do I apply to become a license exempt provider?
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A: You must meet eligibility requirements to become a license exempt provider in order to receive assistance payments for a child that you care for. To begin, complete a CDC License Exempt Provider Application, which can also be found below or call 1-866-990-3227.
Q: Who do I contact for questions about Great Start to Quality (GSQ) Orientation or the Quality Rating Process?
A: For more information about GSQ Orientation or the Quality Rating process, please call 877-614-7328 or visit greatstarttoquality.org and click "Providers and Educators". For Orientation, select "Learn about Orientation". For the Quality Rating Process, select "Learn about Participating".
Q: How much does a fingerprint background check cost?
A: The fingerprint background check costs $64.25. The provider or applicant is responsible for this cost. The fingerprint background check is not required for license exempt - related providers.
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Q: How should I bill as a child care provider?
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A: To be paid, you must submit billing information to the Department using I-Billing (Internet Billing). You will need to know:
- Your provider ID number.
- Your personal identification number (PIN).
- The pay period number (see Payment Schedule).
- The number of hours the child(ren) were in care while the parent attended his or her authorized activity (using your time and attendance records).
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Q: How will I be reimbursed?
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A: Payments are based on the parent's eligibility and the child's attendance. Providers submit their billing to the Department every two weeks and are paid every two weeks. The estimated check mailing date and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) deposit dates are listed on the CDC Payment Schedule. Provider billing information submitted after the deadline, but within seven days of the deadline, will be paid the following week.
Q: What is the FBI fingerprint appeal process?
A: For additional details about the FBI fingerprint process, see the License Exempt Provider FBI Fingerprint Process.
Q: What if I am found ineligible prior to fingerprinting?
A: If you are found ineligible to be a license exempt provider before your fingerprint and background check is complete, you will receive a letter from the Child Development and Care office explaining the reason for the denial. After reviewing the letter, if you have questions, you may contact 866-990-3227 for assistance.
Q: What if I am found ineligible after fingerprinting?
A: If you are found ineligible to be a license exempt provider, you will be notified by the Child Care Background Check unit within the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). The notice will include the reason for your ineligibility. LARA will send you a form that tells you how to request a re-determination, in the event that this determination was made based upon inaccurate information or records. If you have questions about your fingerprint denial you may contact LARA for assistance at 844-765-2247.

Getting Started
- License Exempt Providers
- Licensed Providers
Provider Forms & Publications
- License Exempt Provider Enrollment Process
Steps from enrollment to billing for license exempt providers.
- License Exempt Provider Enrollment Checklist
Lista de verificación de proveedor exentos de licencia (sin licencia)
A checklist to assist completing the CDC License Exempt Provider Application.
- Required Documents/Verifications for License Exempt Providers
Documentos/Comprobantes requeridos para ser Proveedores Sin Licencia
Use this checklist to assist you in submitting the CDC License Exempt Provider Application.
- Child Development And Care (CDC) Handbook
Manual de Desarrollo y Cuidado Infantil (CDC)
Includes information on program rules and requirements that you are required to follow.
- CDC License Exempt Provider Application (Fillable)
Solicitud de Proveedor Exento de Licencia para Desarrollo y Cuidado Infantil (CDC)
Apply to become a license exempt related or unrelated child care provider.
- CDC License Exempt - Parent on Site Provider Application/Annual Certification
Apply or recertify to become a child care provider where all parents remain on site.
- MI Child Care Background Check Consent and Disclosure License Exempt - Unrelated
Verificacion de Antecedentes de Cuidado Infantil del Estado de Michigan Consentimiento y Revalacion
For currently enrolled license exempt - unrelated providers who have not completed the fingerprint background check.
MI Child Care Background Check Consent and Disclosure: License Exempt - Parent on Site
For enrollment of license exempt - parent on site providers and staff members who have not completed the fingerprint background check. Send to Child Development and Care - Provider Enrollment by fax to 517-284-7529, or by mail to P.O. Box 30267, Lansing, MI 48909.
- License Exempt Provider FBI Fingerprint Process
Proceso de Apelación por Negación de Huellas Dactilares del FBI
Understand the process and what individuals can do in the event of a denial due to fingerprinting.
- License Exempt Provider Serious Injury Report
Informe de Lesiones Graves Deasarrollo y Cuidado Infantil (CDC)
Child care providers are required to immediately report incidents of serious injury or death of a child in care. License exempt providers must report within 5 days to MDE by completing and submitting this form. Licensed providers must report according to the rules set by LARA.
- Child Care Time And Attendance Record
Registro Diario de Horas y Asistencia de Cuidado Infantil
A form for providers to keep time and attendance records when the child(ren) are in care. Use of this form is mandatory for CDC license exempt providers.
- CDC 2021 Payment Schedule
- I-Billing For Providers Most Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions for providers using the I-Billing (online) system.
Aviso para proveedores sobre capacitación continua en salud y seguridad
Notice to providers related to ongoing health and safety training requirements.
Carta para proveedor exento de licencia sin relación
Notice to currently enrolled license exempt - unrelated providers regarding new background check and health and safety requirements.
Notice to licensed providers regarding changes in absence hours and child care fees.
Notificación de Proveedor no Relacionado Exenta de Licencia
Notice to license exempt, military and tribal providers regarding changes in absence hours.
Provider Resources
- Health and Safety Requirements by Provider Type View new health and safety requirements, including background checks, annual visits, and training for each child care provider type.
- Provider Instructional Videos
Instructional videos are available for free to CDC providers. These videos have been updated as a resource for providers based on feedback received from program administrators, providers, and partners across the State of Michigan. To view these instructional videos, you may use this helpful step-by-step instruction guide or for Spanish guía de instrucciones paso a paso.
CDC specific instructional videos include:
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Child Development and Care Provider Video #1: Building Positive Parent-Provider Relationships (4/1/2019)
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Child Development and Care Provider Video #2: Time and Attendance Records (3/1/2019)
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Child Development and Care Provider Video #3: Provider PINS for I-Billing (3/1/2019)
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Child Development and Care Provider Video #4: How to Bill with I-Billing (3/1/2019)
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Child Development and Care Provider Video #5: How to Bill for Absence Hours (3/1/2019)
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Child Development and Care Provider Video #6: How to Back-Bill with I-Billing (3/1/2019)
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Child Development and Care Provider Video #7: I-Billing - Other Functions (3/1/2019)
These instructional videos provide helpful information and resources to support providers with billing and payments. An EduPaths account will keep a record of the instructional videos completed.
Note: Providers who have committed a Program Violation may be required to complete instructional videos before future billings may be submitted. Providers will be notified of this requirement by letter.
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- Health and Safety Coaching Visits Process for License Exempt - Unrelated Providers
Documents and information about the health and safety coaching visits for license exempt - unrelated child care providers.
- CDC Reimbursement Rates
Tarifas de reembolso para desarrollo y cuidado infantil (CDC)
The CDC program is a subsidy program; therefore, the actual amount paid by the Department may not cover all child care expenses.
- CDC Reimbursement Details
Details of CDC payment, including block payments, hourly payments, and other factors affecting payment.
- Absence Hour Billing Examples
Ejemplos de facturacion: Ausecias de niños
Find appropriate billing examples for absence hours when using the I-Billing system.
- Child Development And Care Limits on Total Hours of Care
CDC limits on provider billing per pay period.
- I-Billing For Child Care Step-By-Step Instructions For Providers
I-Billing Para Proveedores Instrucciones Paso a Paso para Los Proveedores
Instructions for using the Internet Billing system.
- License Exempt Provider Registration Process
Desarrollo y Cuidado Infantil registro de proveedor sin licencia
A step-by-step guide to registering to be a license exempt provider for CDC.
- CDC Policy Manuals
This document contains links to many of the current, official policy manuals for the CDC program. The CDC Handbook is a plain language summary for these manuals. Please note that some of the manuals also contain policies for other assistance programs, such as food, cash, and Medicaid.
- Receiving Payments Electronically
Information for receiving payments electronically through Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Only available for licensed providers.
- Provider Billing Help
Instructions for completing an Internet Billing form.
- Provider I-Billing
Child Development and Care Internet Billing.