How many kids can you babysit at home without licenses in Texas?

Answer 1

Yes, the Department of Family and Protective Services in Texas does allow people to provide regular child care in their own homes for 1-3 unrelated children without a license.

However, if you apply and list with the division to become a "Listed Family Home Caregiver" there are no minimum standards, orientation or training requirements for listed homes. Therefore, you are still without a license and there are no inspections unless a report is received.

To become a "Listed Family Home Caregiver" you must list with the division, be at least 18 years old, and provide regular child care, which is at least 4 hours per day, 3 or more days a week, for more than nine consecutive weeks in their own homes with 1-3 unrelated children. After receipt of an application and licensing background check clearances, a certificate is issued, and you'll become a "Listed Family Home Caregiver".

Answer 2

No, you are required by Law to have a license to babysit children in your home.

The following is copied fromt he OKDSH.org website

The Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act 10 O.S., Sec. 401 through 415 mandates that anyone who provides child care on a regular basis be licensed by the Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care. Find the Oklahoma Licensing Requirements.

Answer 3

YES of COURSE! you don't need a license...

Answer 4

None. It's illegal

Answer 5

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