<P class=body>Programs for children come in all shapes and sizes.  Sometimes the names themselves can be confusing.  However, all programs fall into two basic categories - <STRONG>regulated and unregulated.</STRONG></P> <P class=body>Regulated programs in Kentucky are required to meet basic standards for health, safety and programming set by the Kentucky Cabinet for Families and Children.  Regulated caregivers have a state license or certificate.  </P> <P class=label>Regulated Child Care in Kentucky:   <A href="http://chfs.ky.gov/os/oig/drcc.htm">http://chfs.ky.gov/os/oig/drcc.htm</A> </P> <P class=body><STRONG>Licensed Child Care </STRONG>(Type I) cares for 13 or more children usually with separate age groups in a non-residential setting, this includes preschools and school-age programs. These programs must meet specific state licensing regulations.</P> <P class=body><STRONG>Licensed Family Child Care Home </STRONG>(Type II) cares for 7-12 children unrelated to the provider in the providers own home. These programs must meet specific state licensing regulations.</P> <P class=body><STRONG>Certified Family Child Care Home</STRONG> cares for 6 or fewer children unrelated to the provider in the providers own home. These programs must meet specific state certification.</P> <P class=body><STRONG>Registered Child Care Provider</STRONG> provides care for 3 or fewer children and meets minimum training requirements for the Kentucky Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). </P> <P class=label>Regulated Child Care in Indiana:   <A href="http://www.in.gov/fssa/2552.htm">http://www.in.gov/fssa/2552.htm</A></P> <P class=body><STRONG>Licensed Child Care</STRONG> provides child care for 13 or more children in separate age groups in a non-residential setting. These programs must meet specific state licensing regulations.</P> <P class=body><STRONG>Registered Ministries</STRONG> are operated by a church or religious organization. This type of care does not have to be licensed but has to meet limited building and health regulations.</P> <P class=body><STRONG>Licensed Child Care Homes</STRONG> </B>are licensed and provide care for 6-12 children at a time in a provider's home.</P> <P class=label>Unregulated Types of Child Care:</P> <P></P> <P class=body>Nanny Services<BR>Summer Camps<BR>Parents Day Out Programs<BR>Playgroups (parent involved)<BR>Family/Friend/Neighbor<BR><STRONG><EM>Parents should be aware that unregulated programs have not been inspected by a state agency.</EM></STRONG> <P></P>