Wisconsin Child Care Licensing Rules & Manuals

Wisconsin Child Care Licensing Rules and Manuals

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Free copies of the licensing rules and commentary manuals are available by clicking directly on the links listed below.  You may duplicate copies of the rules if you choose. 

Wisconsin Child Care Licensing Forms & Publications

Child Care Licensing Forms & Publications

There are many forms and publications to help child care providers run a child care business in Wisconsin. From policy samples to incident reports, enrollment forms, background checklists, and more, you'll find a variety of resources to help you.

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Frequently Asked Questions about AHT Prevention Training

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about Abusive Head Trauma / Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Training for Child Care Providers

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Wisconsin's Prevent Violence Against Children Act and child care regulations require child care providers and preschool teachers to complete a department-approved training on Abusive Head Trauma Prevention (AHT) and Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) Prevention. Click/tap on the questions below to learn more about this required training.

Starting a Licensed Child Care Program

Starting a Licensed Child Care

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Thank you for your interest in starting a licensed child care center – providing care to Wisconsin’s children is a valuable service to families and the community!