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ABC Provider Enrollment Requirements

All center-based and licensed-exempt programs must meet the following Eligibility requirements prior to enrollment:

• Current, regular license/approval/registration (or exemption) with evidence of history of compliance with SC licensing regulations. 
• Current Pediatric First Aid and Infant/Child CPR certification for all staff.
• Discipline policy prohibiting corporal punishment signed and dated by all staff annually.
• Completion of the SC Health and Safety Pre-Service Certificate or ECD 101 by all staff.
• Signed acknowledgement of the ABC Quality Code of Ethics by all staff.

Additional eligibility requirements for License-Exempt Providers:

• Verification of minimum staff education/qualifications.
• Health Documentation for all staff.
• Background checks for all staff. 

For a more detailed explanation of the eligibility and enrollment requirements review the ABC Quality Program Manual.

Family and Group Child Care Providers must contact ABC Quality at 1-800-763-2223 for enrollment requirements.