Child Care Licensing
Early learning and development program resources for all children, birth to age eight, especially those in highest need.
Resources for Michigan’s Out-of-School Time programs and providers.
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To apply for a Child Care Home or Center license see the instructions below and apply online at MiLogin.
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To apply for a new license or renew a license, use the applicable applications below.
Family and Group Child Care Home Application - Original
Family and Group Chile Care Home Application - Renewal
Child Care Center Application - Original
Child Care Center Application - Renewal
Print and read the Licensing Rules for Family and Group Child Care Homes or the Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers and 1973 PA 116 prior to submitting your application. Also see Important Notice below regarding reimbursement from MDHHS.
Important Notice: Providers who anticipate receiving payments from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) or the Michigan Department of Education (MDE)
If you are a provider/licensed child care provider that will be expecting compensation for services performed for MDHHS/MDE clients, you need to register with the Statewide Integrated Governmental Management Applications (SIGMA) Vendor Self Service (VSS) at www.michigan.gov/sigmavss.
Click on the Register button. Once registered in SIGMA VSS, you will receive a SIGMA Vendor ID that will allow you to get paid for services performed. Please note, if you do not register and obtain a SIGMA Vendor ID, MDHHS will not be able to process your payment.
If you have any problems and/or need assistance during the registration process, please contact SIGMA Vendor Payment Support at 1-855-443-6424.
