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Becoming an On-base Provider

If you enjoy children, would like to stay home with your young children, or would like extra income for your family then consider becoming a Family Child Care provider. You can qualify to become a provider by completing an application form and participating in FCC Orientation Training.

Provider Requirements:

• Spouse of an active duty or retired military member living on or off base.
• Are at least 18 years old.
• Have the ability to ready, speak, and write English.
• Are physically and mentally capable of providing care.
• Are willing and able to complete the required training and agree to the requirements of becoming an FCC provider.
• Are able to obtain the required insurance coverage.
• Participate in a home interview with your family members.
• Have no conviction of, admission to, or evidence of family violence, child abuse or neglect, alcohol abuse or use of illegal drugs.

Providers Receive:

• Pre-licensing and other required training.
• Monthly and quarterly training sessions.
• Assistance with preparing curriculum and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Training on how to use appropriate guidance techniques.
• Assistance in earning a Child Development Associate credential (CDA) and accreditation through the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC).
• Free lending program: supplies, outdoor play equipment, books, games, toys, safety gates, first aid kits, mats, child sized tables and chairs, arts and crafts supplies, child sized plates, cups, utensils, and much more.

How to become an Off-base Affiliate Provider?
If you live off-base and are the spouse of an active duty military member or retiree, DoD employee you can become an affiliated provider with the Air Force. To be affiliated provider you must hold a state of California Child Care license. You must meet the same Air Force requirements as on-base providers and you will receive the same benefits: free training, subsidy, and the use of the resource center.

updated 081910