Wisconsin Department of Children and Families - Division of Early Care and Education
Bureau of Early Care Regulation
Child Care Certification Policy Manual
Required for the applicant and other individuals subject to the Background Check Law (age 10+) at the time of initial application, when a household member turns age 10, for new prospective household members 10+ and prior to approval of any new individuals (caregivers, household members, employees, etc.).
Review the BCRs carefully, checking to make sure all individuals (age 10+) listed on the application / in the online application have submitted a BCR. Also review each BCR for specific information the individual may or may not have disclosed.
If the application is for in-home child care (care provided in the child’s home) the BCR is required for the applicant / operator only. Household members are not subject to the Background Check Law for in-home care.
Any paper BCRs submitted must be uploaded in WISCCRS under “Documents” in the Individuals Module.
This page last updated 08/2026.