Frequently Asked Questions About Childcare

How do I find quality, registered and/or licensed childcare?
Saginaw, Bay & Arenac county residents can call their 4C (Community Coordinated Child Care) Office to speak with a resource and referral counselor and request a current listing of registered family day care providers, licensed group day care providers or licensed child care centers in their area. Alternately, residents may submit an online referal request form. The listing will be mailed to the requestor, along with a few informational pamphlets, such as "4 Steps to Choosing Quality Child Care - A Parent's Checklist". Call (989) 497-0680

How do I become a registered and/or licensed childcare provider?
Saginaw, Bay & Arenac county residents can call their 4C (Community Coordinated Child Care) Office to speak with the education department and request an inquiry and/or application packet. The packet(s) will be mailed to the requestor with information describing the steps involved in becoming a registered family day care provider, a licensed group day care provider, or a licensed child care center. Call (989) 497-0680.

As a childcare provider, how can I find training?
Saginaw, Bay & Arenac county residents can call the 4C Office to inquire about the trainings offered throughout the year by 4C. Alternately, providers may browse child care training classes and submit a registration form electronically. Providers who are participants of the 4C computerized database routinely receive training registration information and/or quarterly newsletters that include a calendar of events with future training information. Call (989) 497-0680.