Do I have to have DHS aproved before I start babysitting?

Question

Do I have to have DHS aproved before I start babysitting?

Answer 1

Here is the website w/ info for the regulations in Texas:

http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Child_Care/C...

Answer 2

What they know wont hurt.....though if you are caught making money and not reporting it you can get cut off.

It is best to tell them, if they don't care, then you at least followed the rules.

If that is you are going to make money. This is the rules here in Oregon anyhoo.....

Answer 3

As long as you don't intend to run a daycare center... You just need to make sure the parents know your just a girl that wants to make some extra money.

I started babysitting at age 12.

I had to walk a mile to the apartment and I took care of 3 kids between the ages of 2 or 3 and 7 and it was all good...

Just make sure you have emergency contact information and you will be fine.

Answer 4

not really, as long as the parents don't care!