Becoming a Childcare Provider
It is essential that good quality childcare, in its many forms is widely available in order to allow parents / carers to either enter into or return to the work force.
Entering childcare as a profession can be demanding and challenging whilst being both rewarding and extremely worthwhile.
If you are seriously considering childcare as a profession there are many childcare courses available, however before beginning your new career, starting your own childcare business or setting up a community group you should carefully read the Child Care (Pre-School Services) Regulations 2006 which specify the regulation of pre-school childcare, setting down the standards that must be in place in order to open a childcare facility.
The staff of the North Tipperary County Childcare Committee can assist in supporting people in setting up, opening and running various different childcare settings, such as:
- Childminder
- Sessional/ Part Time
- Full Day
- Montessori
- Naíonraí
- School Aged
- Parent and Toddler
Click to learn more about the different types of childcare settings. You should also contact us to receive information on capital funding available for self-employed and community groups.
If you are interested in caring for children by providing a safe and stimulating environment within your own home, you can learn more about becoming a child minder.
