September 29, 2023
Child Care Scholarships
DSS will continue to offer child care scholarships, however, the income levels are changing.
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November’s Governor’s Advisory Committee Meeting on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities
The Governor’s Advisory Committee on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities will meet on November 13, 2023, from 10:00am - 1:00pm | State Office/Room307-310, 1535 Confederate Avenue, Columbia, SC 29201
Read MoreSeptember 19, 2023
December’s Governor’s Advisory Committee Meeting on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities (1)
The Governor’s Advisory Committee on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities will meet on December 4, 2023, from 10:00am - 1:00pm | State Office/Room 307-310, 1535 Confederate Avenue, Columbia, SC 29201
Read MoreMaking 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 MoreThere may be money or free programs available to help your family.
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