Child Care Resources

Family Child Care License

Otter Tail County Family Child Care
Otter Tail County had 135 licensed family child care homes in 20 communities in 2011. Otter Tail County is responsible to license and monitor family child care homes. Providers must be 18 years of age and a resident of Otter Tail County. The licensing process includes:
◦ Criminal Background Study
◦ Discussion of the State Licensing Guidelines and Standards
◦ Fire and Safety Check of the Home
◦ Letters From References
◦ Signing an Application Form
◦ Discussion of MN Rules and Statues
◦ Inspection by the State Fire Marshal
◦ Orientation Meeting
◦ Reference Letters

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