June 25, 2025
2025 July’s Governor’s Advisory Committee Meeting on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities - Virtual
The Governor’s Advisory Committee on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities that was scheduled for Wednesday, July 16, 2025, from 10:00am - 1:00pm | Virtual
Read More about 2025 July’s Governor’s Advisory Committee Meeting on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities - VirtualJune 10, 2025
Save the Date: Free Virtual Trainings for Child Care Providers 2025-2026
The Division of Early Care and Education is sponsoring free virtual trainings through Children’s Trust of SC for child care providers.
Read More about Save the Date: Free Virtual Trainings for Child Care Providers 2025-2026April 1, 2025
2025 April’s Governor’s Advisory Committee Meeting on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities IS CANCELLED
The Governor’s Advisory Committee on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities that was scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, 2025, from 10:00am - 1:00pm has been cancelled. State Office/Room 631, 1535 Confederate Avenue, Columbia, SC 29201
Read More about 2025 April’s Governor’s Advisory Committee Meeting on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities IS CANCELLEDMaking child care more available and affordable for families and increasing the quality of care for all children in South Carolina.
Child Care Licensing
Learn about the health and safety standards that all child care providers in South Carolina must meet and why that matters for families.
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ABC Quality
This ratings program makes it easier for families to find high quality child care and helps providers be the best they can be.
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Child Care Scholarship Program
Child Care Scholarships can help families afford care, so they can work or go to school and gives them the freedom to choose what works best for their family.
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Child & Adult Care Food Program
Child Care and Adult Care providers can get reimbursed for providing healthy meals and snacks to enrolled South Carolina children and aging adults.
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SC Endeavors
All providers need training. Find certified programs and scholarships for education that can lead to new career possibilities.
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Child Care Resources
From child care checklists to emergency numbers, families and child care providers will find essential and helpful information here.
Learn More About Child Care ResourcesThere may be money or free programs available to help your family.
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