FCC Business and Professional Practices Flashcards
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Which document should an FCC provider give to every newly enrolled family before care begins?
Answer: A parent handbook outlining all policies and procedures
A parent handbook communicates all program policies before enrollment, ensuring informed consent and mutual understanding of expectations.
An FCC provider who wants to demonstrate program quality beyond state licensing minimums should seek:
Answer: Voluntary accreditation through an organization such as NAFCC
Voluntary accreditation through the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) or similar bodies verifies that a provider meets nationally recognized quality standards.
When must an FCC provider update their state license or registration?
Answer: When there are significant changes such as a new location, increased capacity, or expiration
Providers must notify and update their license whenever material changes occur—such as moving, adding capacity, or at renewal—to remain in legal compliance.
Which marketing strategy is most effective and cost-appropriate for an FCC home-based program?
Answer: Word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied current families
Referrals from satisfied families are the most trusted, cost-effective marketing channel for home-based child care programs.
A provider's annual self-evaluation of their FCC program should focus on:
Answer: Identifying areas for quality improvement in environment, curriculum, and family engagement
A meaningful self-evaluation examines all dimensions of quality—environment, curriculum, relationships, and family partnerships—to guide continuous improvement.
Under most state regulations, which situation REQUIRES an FCC provider to notify their licensor immediately?
Answer: A serious injury, abuse allegation, or death involving a child in care
Serious incidents such as injuries requiring medical attention, abuse allegations, or child deaths must be reported to the licensor immediately as required by state law.