Wood County Human Services Child Care Certification

Wood County Human Services Child Care Certification Become a Certified Child Care Provider with Wood County! Please see the Wood County Child Care Certification page for more info!

By being certified, you are able to care for children on WI Shares Program, reimbursement for food, and help with referrals.

GRANT & REIMBURSEMENT OPPORTUNITIES! 👇Whether you're looking to become certified or level up from certification to licen...
05/20/2026

GRANT & REIMBURSEMENT OPPORTUNITIES!
👇
Whether you're looking to become certified or level up from certification to licensing, these opportunities can make a huge difference in your process.

Reach out to me, Ariel Zdun, to get started on your certification journey.
[email protected]
715-421-8669

I love seeing new fur babies at visits! ✨🐶 But remember, as a certified child care provider DCF rule 202.2(m)1 requires ...
03/23/2026

I love seeing new fur babies at visits! ✨🐶 But remember, as a certified child care provider DCF rule 202.2(m)1 requires pets to be tolerant of children and be vaccinated against rabies with proof of current documentation.

Remember to send the rabies certification to me, your local certifier, before the pup is introduced to the children in care.

🌞Daylight savings hit and the little ones in our lives may be feeling the effects - us too! 😴National Napping Day is cel...
03/09/2026

🌞Daylight savings hit and the little ones in our lives may be feeling the effects - us too! 😴

National Napping Day is celebrated the Monday after Daylight Savings Time to promote health benefits of sleep and help people recover from losing an hour. A 10-20 minute nap improves alertness, mood and productivity!

Child Care Certification ensures proper rest for all children under standards 202.08(11)(a-d). Most notably the significance for safe sleep with children under the age of one to reduce SIDS. For all ages, it highlights the importance of undisturbed rest in a clean, safe and comfortable space.

How do your little ones settle down for a nap best?
👍 - lays to rest on their own
♥️ - singing a favorite song
😆 - reading a story... or three
Comment what works for your kiddos!

📚✨ Happy National Read Across America Day! ✨📚Today we celebrate the joy of reading and building early literacy skills. W...
03/02/2026

📚✨ Happy National Read Across America Day! ✨📚
Today we celebrate the joy of reading and building early literacy skills. Whether it's a cozy story time, silly dress-up fun, or exploring diverse books, every page we turn helps children grow!

How did you celebrate in your program today? Share your ideas below! ♥️📖

🥛 It's National "Don't Cry Over Spilled Milk" Day! 🥛In Child care, spills happen. Cups tip. Paint drips. Emotions spill ...
02/11/2026

🥛 It's National "Don't Cry Over Spilled Milk" Day! 🥛

In Child care, spills happen. Cups tip. Paint drips. Emotions spill too.
What matters most isn't the mess-it's how we respond.
In DCF 202 Child Care Certification Standards, the Provider Interaction Standards remind us that every moment (even spilled milk!) is a chance to:
✔️ Stay calm and supportive
✔️ Help children feel safe and understood
✔️ Teach problem-solving and self-help skills
✔️ Use positive guidance instead of punishment

When a provider says:
💬 "It's okay, let's clean it up together."
💬 "Accidents happen."
💬 "What do we do next?"

They're not just cleaning up - they're teaching resilience, confidence and care. 💛

So today, let's not cry over spilled milk - let's model patience, kindness and teamwork instead!

Thank you to our amazing Wood County providers who turn everyday moments into learning opportunities. 👏

Become certified and don't miss out on this opportunity! Already certified? Think about joining to ensure accessible car...
02/06/2026

Become certified and don't miss out on this opportunity! Already certified? Think about joining to ensure accessible care for more families in your community!

Take these steps:
- Be regulated through your county/tribe,
- Participate in YoungStar Quality Rating System,
- Receive your Fidelity National Information Services (FIS) Provider ID,
- Complete the FIS contract!

If you'd like to become certified contact Ariel Zdun at 715-421-8669 or submit and Expression of Interest (EOI); learn more here https://dcf.wisconsin.gov/cccertification/onlineappguide

Contact the Northern Income Maintenance Consortium at 888-794-5755 to get started if you're already a provider and would like to receive WI Shares.

Find more information here:
https://dcf.wisconsin.gov/wishares/providers #:~:text=Wisconsin%20Shares%20Program%20Integrity%20Training,of%20the%20Wisconsin%20Shares%20program.

Looking to start your own child care business? Child Care Certification has many advantages with the Childcaring grants ...
01/19/2026

Looking to start your own child care business? Child Care Certification has many advantages with the Childcaring grants through Wood County ARPA Funds being at the top of the list!

If eligible, you don't need to worry about the financial stress of safety improvements, indoor/outdoor equipment, fencing, furniture, etc.

Use this link to learn more and applyhttps://childcaring.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/R2ARPA-FCC.pdf

To apply for child care certification, contact me at [email protected] or submit an EOI https://dcf.wisconsin.gov/ccregulation/become-regulated/get-certified/expression-of-interest

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