A substitute for the employee, who worked less than 40 hours a month on average, did not complete the department's 6 clock-hour Family Child Care Rules and Regulation course (or have documentation of completion of the 3 clockhour Fundamentals of Child Care Home Rules course.) as evidenced by the Departments training transcript. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.2, A and B
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The Departments six clock-hour Family Child Care Home Rules and Regulations training, as evidenced by successful completion of a competency-based examination offered by the Department or its designated training representative prior to licensure and caring for children. At the time of inspection, the substitute did not have her 6 hr course certification completed. All (5) child care personnel records in the system were reviewed of which ___ (5) were updated for compliance. No new personnel were hired since the last inspection as per the director and no personnel removed since the last inspection.DC: 8.23.28SC: 9.18.30
The operator failed to maintain and/or document an active Staff Credential Verification on the departments training transcript. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.3, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Large Family [SR]
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Large family child care home operators must: A. Possess an active Staff Credential Verification Confirmation, documented on the Training Transcript for at least one year prior to licensure. 1. To apply for a staff credential verification, a candidate must complete CF-FSP Form 5211, Florida Child Care Staff Credential Verification Application, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(d), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. At the time of inspection, the operator did not have valid staff credentials.
A Large Family Child Care Home may provide care for a maximum of: 1. 8 children from birth to 24 months of age. 2. 12 children with no more than 4 from birth to 24 months of age. There were [8] children observed in care and their ages were [infant-3 year old]. 402.302 (11), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.2 (Section 3.2) [SR]
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A large family childcare home may provide care for one of the following groups of children, including household children under 13 years of age: A. A maximum of 8 children from birth to 24 months of age. B. A maximum of 12 children, with no more than 4 children under 24 months of age
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Completed at time of inspection
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LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/Ratio
Official code
01-01
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
What is your typical approach to managing group sizes and ratios throughout the day?
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Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2023 included a finding related to capacity and ratios. Understanding the center's current approach to maintaining these standards helps parents feel confident about supervision levels.
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Could you describe your process for ensuring all staff and substitutes have their required training and certifications up to date?
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Why ask this
Public records from a February 2026 inspection indicate a finding regarding a substitute who had not completed the required 6-hour training course. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks training requirements for all personnel.
Context
A later clean inspection was conducted on May 13, 2026.
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Finding-specific
How do you maintain and verify staff credentials to ensure they meet all regulatory requirements?
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Why ask this
Available inspection records show that staff training topics were noted in reports from both August 2025 and February 2026. Discussing how the center manages these credentials provides insight into their current administrative practices.
Context
A later clean inspection was conducted on May 13, 2026.
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How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in the classroom environment?
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Consistent communication about daily routines helps parents stay informed and supports a smooth transition for children into the care environment.
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What steps does the center take to support the professional development of your teaching staff?
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Learning about how the center invests in staff development provides insight into the quality of care and the commitment to maintaining a knowledgeable team.