Becoming Licensed

Bright Futures supports those interested in becoming Colorado licensed by providing initial information and resources, as well as providing the pre-licensing class required to attain a child care license.

Pre-Licensing Packet

July 2010 Pre-Licensing Class

2010 Medical Courses

License Type and Capacity information

Please download the above Pre-Licensing Packet and License links for more information on becoming licensed.  The first step is to contact the licensing agent in your area (found in the packet) and take all courses. The final step is to take the required 15-hour class needed to get licensed in Colorado for child care in your home.  Please visit mesastate.edu/wccc/comed.html or call 970-255-2828 for course offerings. Please call Bright Futures for additional guidance 970-728-5613.

Topics will include administration & supervision, family & community relationships, guidance, child growth & development, professionalism, cultural and individual diversity, health & safety & nutrition, social/emotional and developmentally appropriate practices.  

Please contact Jill Burchmore 970-728-5613 to register for the class or for more information.

For more information, see http://www.cdhs.state.co.us/childcare/licensing_home.htm
The Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care.
This is the State’s lead agency in planning and implementing public child care policy.