18 Miss. Code. R. 17-7.1 - Types of Child Care Providers

A. Child Care Payment Program (CCPP) approves the following types of child care providers:

1) Center Based Child Care Providers - A non-residential facility that regularly provides shelter and personal care for six (6) or more children who are not related to the operator within the third degree and who receive care for any part of a 24- hour day. MUST be licensed by Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH), or provide documentation from MSDH that they meet a condition of license exemption.

2) Family Child Care Provider (2 types) - provides shelter and personal care in a residential setting for:

a. No fewer than six (6) and no more than twelve (12) children with two (2) adult staff. MUST be licensed by MSDH, will be monitored by MSDH, and may also be monitored by Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) for any aspect of program compliance.

b. For five (5) or fewer children. MUST complete registration with the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) and will be monitored at least one time annually in an unannounced inspection by MSDH to ensure compliance with health and safety training, fire safety standards, criminal background checks, and maintenance of sign-in sheets. Additionally, provider may be monitored by MDHS for any aspect of program compliance.

3) In-Home Child Care Provider - Care provided in the child's home. This type of care is limited to care for children with special needs and will be monitored at least one time annually in an unannounced inspection by MSDH to ensure compliance with health and safety, fire safety standards, and criminal background checks. Additionally, provider may also be monitored by MDHS for any aspect of program compliance.

B. No parent or guardian receiving assistance from the CCPP may provide care for their own child in any setting.

Notes

18 Miss. Code. R. 17-7.1

45 CFR 98.30; 45 CFR 98.40;; Miss. Code Ann. § 43-1-2(4); Miss. Code Ann. § 43-1-4 Revised: May 2023

Adopted 3/6/2020 Amended 11/1/2021 Amended 5/15/2023