Digna Medina

The fingerprint process shall be completed at an approved vendor within five (5) calendar days of when any new resident, eighteen (18) years of age or older, begins residing in a family child care home or qualified exempt provider home. Adults must not be allowed unsupervised access to children in care until all background checks have been successfully completed.

Rule 2.121.C.2. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 10, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.

Rule 2.133.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 10, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

Rule 2.138.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 10, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Prior to working with children, if working with children less than three (3) years of age, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and can be applied towards ongoing annual training hours in the year that it is completed.

Rule 2.312.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 10, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Prior to working with children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department approved training about child abuse prevention, including common symptoms and signs of child abuse how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.H. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 10, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved training regarding playground safety for homes. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Rule 2.312.K. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 10, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved introduction to the early intervention and preschool special education programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Rule 2.312.M. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 10, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved training for recognizing the impact of bias on early childhood professionals. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Rule 2.312.N. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 10, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department- approved training regarding “Injury Prevention for Homes.” This course is required once and will count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.312.P. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 10, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

At the time of enrollment and upon any amendments to policies and procedures, the provider must give the parent(s) or guardian(s) a written statement of the family child care home’s policies and procedures, and provide the opportunity to ask questions. Written copies must be available either electronically or in hard copy. The provider must obtain a signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the policies and procedures. By signing the policies and procedures document, the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures.

Rule 2.316.A. CDEC’s category: Admission/Child Care Services. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 10, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

The following emergency records must be kept and maintained at the family child care home for twelve (12) months: Dates of monthly smoke alarm testing.

Rule 2.318.C.3. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 10, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Within thirty (30) days after admission, and within thirty (30) days following the expiration date, the parent(s) or guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children under two and one-half (2-1/2 ) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the licensed family child care home.

Rule 2.321.A.3. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 10, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Topical preparations such as diaper rash ointments, sunscreen, insect repellants, sprays, and other ointments may be administered to children with written parent and/or guardian authorization. These preparations may not be applied to open wounds or broken skin unless there is a written order from a prescribing health care provider.

Rule 2.321.B.11. CDEC’s category: Admission/Child Care Services. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 10, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Any animals in the family child care home must be vaccinated as required by state law and local ordinance, and proof of vaccination must be available for review by the licensing specialist.

Rule 2.335.N. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 10, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled.

Rule 2.336.B.1. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 10, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.

Rule 2.133.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2025.

Prior to working with children, if working with children less than three (3) years of age, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and can be applied towards ongoing annual training hours in the year that it is completed.

Rule 2.312.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2025.

Prior to working with children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department approved training about child abuse prevention, including common symptoms and signs of child abuse how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.H. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2025.

Prior to working with infants, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved safe sleep training. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.I. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2025.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider and all individuals responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunization records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) immunization course. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.J. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 16, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2025.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved training regarding playground safety for homes. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Rule 2.312.K. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 16, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved training for recognizing the impact of bias on early childhood professionals. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Rule 2.312.N. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 16, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department- approved training regarding “Injury Prevention for Homes.” This course is required once and will count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.312.P. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 16, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, and the equally qualified provider must complete the Department-approved training “Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant.” This course is required once and will be counted toward ongoing professional development.

Rule 2.312.Q. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 16, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2025.

If the parent(s) or guardian(s) of a child wants a nonmedical exemption from the immunization requirement based on a religious belief whose teachings are opposed to immunizations or a personal belief that is opposed to immunizations, the child’s parent(s) or guardian(s) must submit the CDPHE Certificate of Nonmedical Exemption (May 2023) with a signature from an immunizing provider in Colorado, or

Rule 2.321.A.2.c.1. CDEC’s category: Admission/Child Care Services. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2025.

Emergency substitutes must: If the substitute does not meet the same age and training requirements as listed in rule sections 2.311, 2.312, and 2.313 as the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, or qualified substitute, they shall notify parent(s) or guardian(s) immediately to pick up their children.

Rule 2.314.B.3. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 18, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 25, 2024.

A large child care home: Child care may be provided to children from birth to eighteen (18) years of age. The provider needs an assistant when the ninth child arrives at the facility.

Rule 7.707.22.E.1. CDEC’s category: LCCH. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 4, 2024.

Effective December 31, 2016 each provider, staff member or regular volunteer working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a department-approved Prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 7.707.32.A.10.. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 4, 2024.

Safe Sleep Training for Family Child Care Staff All staff who work with infants must complete Department-approved safe sleep training prior to working with infants and on an annual basis.

Rule 7.707.75.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 4, 2024.

Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.

Rule 2.121.D.5. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2024.

Effective December 31, 2016 each provider, staff member or regular volunteer working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a department-approved Prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 7.707.32.A.10.. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2024.

In the large family child care home, the substitute for the: Staff aide must be equally qualified, as specified in Section 7.707.31, A, 2, to substitute for the staff aide when necessary.

Rule 7.707.331.G.2. CDEC’s category: LCCH. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 22, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2024.

Within thirty (30) days after admission, and within thirty (30) days following the expiration date, the parent or guardian of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care practitioner. The statement of the child’s current health statusmust be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12)months, or within the last six (6) months for children under two and one-half (2-1/2 ) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statementsmust be kept at the licensed child care home.

Rule 7.707.71.A.2. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 22, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2024.

If the parent or legal guardian of a child wishes an exemption from the requirement for immunizations due to religious or personal beliefs, the child’s parent or legal guardian, must complete and sign the current Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization card which states the reason for such an exemption. The home has the right to refuse to admit any child if a completed current immunization card is not submitted.

Rule 7.707.71.A.3. CDEC’s category: Admission/Child Care Services. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2024.

Health statements for children over two (2) years to seven (7) years of age must be updated annually.

Rule 7.707.71.A.6. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 22, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2024.

Any cooking stoves with controls within reach of a child shall have a safety guard.

Rule 7.707.923.K. CDEC’s category: Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2024.

Outdoor play space, including areas under decks must be free from safety hazards including, but not limited to, lawn mowers, tools, propane, gasoline, building scraps, and scrap metal. Gas grills with propane tanks must have a safety on/off knob on it.

Rule 7.707.934.C. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2024.

Effective December 31, 2016, each provider or staff member responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunization records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) immunization course within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 7.707.32.A.9.. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2023.

At the time of admission each child’s file contains:Documentation of immunization status or exemption, including month and year each immunization was administered. Immunizations must be updated and recorded as specified on the certificate of immunization or alternate certificate of immunization as supplied and approved by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Colorado law requires that proof of immunization be provided prior to the first day of admission.

Rule 7.707.71.A.1.c. CDEC’s category: Admission/Child Care Services. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2023.

Health statements for children over two (2) years to seven (7) years of age must be updated annually.

Rule 7.707.71.A.6. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2023.

All hazardous items and materials must be inaccessible to children including, but not limited to, office supplies, matches, plastic bags, cleaning and laundry materials, medicines, perfumes, curling irons, adult sharp scissors and knives, cosmetics, shaving lotions, hair products, poisonous plants, and all items labeled by manufacturer as “keep out of reach of children.

Rule 7.707.923.A. CDEC’s category: Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2023.

Any cooking stoves with controls within reach of a child shall have a safety guard.

Rule 7.707.923.K. CDEC’s category: Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2023.

Walkways must be cleared of snow and ice to provide safe entry and exit from the home.

Rule 7.707.931.O. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 27, 2023.