Unlicensed Provider Information

Wednesday, February 22, 2012


How to register online.

Instructions for registering online: Once you come the login screen, choose the "TRAINING" option. A map of the State of Michigan will pop up. choose the "SOUTHWESTERN REGION" either by clicking on the dark blue region on the map or on the dark blue star on the left. A calendar will pop up. You will need to choose the county where you wish to take the class. A calendar of the current months trainings being offered with pop up. Click on the title "GREAT START ORIENTATION" and follow the prompts. You need a valid e-mail address to register online.


Want to become a licensed program?

To answer your questions, begin with a Start Up class. See the description over to the right.

Family child care business in your home? Click here for more information and an application packet

Group child care business in your home? Click here for more information and an application packet

Center? Click here for more information and an application packet


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Great Start Orientation

State required training for providers who are receiving child care subsidies from Dept. of Human Services.

This free class completed before providers can start getting paid for child care. This is a one day 6 hour class that covers health, safety, and nutrition, along with CPR and First Aid. Bring a lunch and something to drink to the class, as well as something to write with. To register online click here, or call 1-800-343-3470 X 244. Pre-registration is required.


Peer Information Exchange - PIE

A Chance to Connect and Have Fun Learning!
This is a free 8 week class being offered in each county 2 times until September 2011. Topics are Communication and Boundaries, and Infant Toddler. Learn useful tools and practices that can change your life as a provider and the children you are caring for while having great fun in the process. Call 1-800-343-3470 X 244 to register by phone of click here to register online.


Start Up Class

Want to become a licensed provider? Want to know the what steps to take free of charge?
Then come to a Start Up class located near you. The class will also cover how to promote your child care program. There are two classes being offered in each county until September 2011. Call your local technical assistant for details:

Eastern Region - Serving the counties of: Calhoun, Barry, and Branch
Susan Clark 269-986-6275

Central Region - Serving the counties of: Allegan, Kalamazoo, and Saint Joseph
Misa Watson 616-890-7122

Western Region - Serving the counties of: Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren
Ami Vasquez 269-767-2879