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Family Day Care Licensure - Koochiching County Public Health and Human Services

1000 5th Street, International Falls, MN 56649

Eligibility

Primarily serves Koochiching County In order to become licensed as a family day care provider, the applicant must meet minimum licensing standards: - Reside in the county where application is made; - Be at least 18 years of age; - The applicant must be the person who will be the provider of care; - The applicant shall give permission for a licensing study; - A safety inspection of the home; - Allow the county to complete a criminal background check.

Hours

8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday

Languages

English

Interpretation services

Interpretation service can be arranged.

Application process

Contact your county social service department and ask to speak with the licensing intake worker.

Service area

Koochiching County, MN International Falls, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

  • No Fee
Licensed providers must meet state requirements in order to provide healthy, safe, positive care for children during the hours that their parents are not able to provide care. Licensing ensures that providers have passed a fire inspection and criminal record check. Licensed providers are also required to attend child care-related training annually. County licensing staff inspect homes annually and offer ongoing support and educational services upon request.

Last Assured

09/22/2025

Providing organization

Koochiching County Public Health and Human Services
Provides Social Service Programs, Financial and Medical Assistance, and Child Support services