- Child care providers are required to be licensed in Montana. Contact Child Care Licensing for licensing forms and more information
- Family Child Care: home care for up to 6 children including the provider’s own under the age of six
- Group Child Care: 2 adults care for up to 12 children including the providers’ own under the age of six
- Child Care Center: 13+ children determined by square footage of facility
- Family, Friend, & Neighbor Care – Formerly Legally Certified Provider (LCP)
Start a Child Care Business
Types of Child Care
Licensing
- Contact Child Care Licensing to access licensing forms
- Contact Family Connections for assistance/questions when completing the forms
Orientation
- Contact Family Connections if you have questions about orientation
- Contact Child Care Licensing for licensing regulations