WEATHER ADVISORY: CHILD CARE PROVIDERS - If you are experiencing damage or closure due to an emergency or disaster, please call the DSS Division of Early Care and Education at 1-803-898-9024 (Emergency Line). If you have questions about child care scholarships, please call 1-800-476-0199.
March 9, 2022
Celebrate CACFP Week!
Celebrate CACFP Week! March 14th - 18th
Read More About Celebrate CACFP Week!February 13, 2022
DHEC Expands Test to Stay Recommendation to Include Child Care Facilities
DHEC has updated its COVID-19 Guidance for Child Care Centers to include a Test to Stay (TTS) recommendation.
Read More About DHEC Expands Test to Stay Recommendation to Include Child Care FacilitiesJanuary 24, 2022
SC Building Blocks Stabilization Grant Applications
SC Building Blocks Stabilization Grants are available for eligible child care providers. Determine if your child care facility is eligible and apply.
Read More About SC Building Blocks Stabilization Grant ApplicationsOctober 28, 2021
artnaturals Scent Free Hand Sanitizer Recall
The FDA is alerting consumers of artnaturals voluntary recall of limited batches of 8 oz bottles of Scent Free Hand Sanitizer due to the presence of impurities.
Read More About artnaturals Scent Free Hand Sanitizer RecallOctober 4, 2021
Automating DSS Form 1706 and DSS Form 2924
We are automating the DSS Form 1706 and DSS Form 2924. Additionally, your DSS Form 1081 and 1083 regarding the Notice of Privacy will also be featured in this process.
Read More About Automating DSS Form 1706 and DSS Form 2924October 1, 2021
Idemia appointment availability
Idemia has expanded appointment availability for the Columbia location. These appointments are now available for registration.
Read More About Idemia appointment availability
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1535 Confederate Ave.
Columbia, SC 29201
803-898-2570
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