Applications

These are the hard copies of applications. Some of these forms may be completed online for quicker and easier processing on the CDEC Provider Hub. 

  • Childcare provider being hugged by 3 children

    Full Application

    A full application is required for a new educator, reapply (licensed was closed), a physical address change, a service type change and a governing body change.

  • Woman typing on calculator

    Licensing Fees

    Different licenses have different fees. 

  • child care provider playing with two babies

    Change Request Form

    Any changes to the members of your home must be made online in the CDEC Provider Hub.

Educator Forms and Business Tools

These are required forms, sample forms, and family child care business information.

To be completed at Well Child Visits

State of Colorado emergency drill log

Each individual fingerprinted needs to sign this form

Provider must be lawfully present in the United States

Instructions and codes for Colorado fingerprinting

Instructions and codes for IdentoGO fingerprinting

Submission guide for applying for your license

How to strengthen your business' practice

Participate in a food program. This is a list of approved sponsors

Required for all individuals living in licensed home

All requirements must be observed at the time of inspection

A helpful checklist to prepare for an inspection