The Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS) is responsible for implementing the Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act (Act).  [10 O.S. § 401 et seq.]  This Act mandates that a license be obtained from OKDHS to provide care for children away from their own homes.  The child care facilities subject to licensing that are addressed in this Part are family child care homes, child care centers, part-day children's programs, and school-age programs.  OKDHS responsibilities in relation to these facilities include:

• (1) developing minimum requirements for the care and supervision of children cared for in child care facilities;
• (2) assisting child care providers in achieving maximum standards;
• (3) providing continuing technical assistance and consultation to the facility;
• (4) developing sufficient and adequate facilities for child care in the community;
• (5) issuing licenses based upon compliance with minimum requirements;
• (6) investigating complaints received against child care facilities; and
• (7) taking corrective action as authorized by the Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act and stated OKDHS policy based upon non-compliance with minimum requirements.