Rules Resources
SCHOOL-AGE CENTER RULES BACKGROUND
In June 2022, the Oregon Early Learning Council approved new rules that apply to licensed programs who provide learning and care services to only school-age children. These rules were intentionally designed for school-age-only programs to remove requirements that were duplicative or unnecessary in public school settings, and to create an easier path to licensure. The rules were written in clear, plain language and align with national best practices.
Many of Oregon’s school-age-only programs participated in the process to create this set of rules. Programs shared insight into the unique needs of school-age-only programs and provided crucial feedback to establish rules that support quality care. Thank you to all who participated and shared feedback!
SCHOOL-AGE RULES: WEBINAR VIDEO SERIES
This series was created as an introduction to the rules for Certified School-Age Child Care Centers. The videos provide an overview of the rules, explain key features and how rules are organized, and highlight any changes in rules or new rules. The Office of Child Care is here to support you, your staff, and your program. If you have any questions, contact your Licensing Specialist or call 1-800-556-6616.
PART 1: VIDEOS 1 – 6
Part 1 of the school-age rules webinar video series is now available. Watch videos 1 through 6 by clicking the button below. Part 1 covers a variety of topics from center capacity to emergency preparedness to positions and qualifications.
PART 2: VIDEOS 7 – 13
Topics included facility structure, the prevention of hazards, furniture and play materials and outdoor space to illness, injuries, medications, children with special needs, food service, and transportation.
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SCHOOL-AGE RULES RESOURCES
- Allergy Care Plan Form (PR-0482)
- CBR Enrollment Checklist (CEN-0661)
- Child Care Resource and Referral Services (TA-854)(PTA-0150)
- Child Permission to Attend Contracted Service Offsite (LIC-365)(PR-0207)
- Declaration of Viewing (LIC-301)(OCC-0389)
- Facility Staff Update List (CBR-612)(CEN-0024)
- Fire Safety Inspections for Child Care Facilities (LIC-346)(OCC-0390)
- Guide to In-House Trainings for Child Care Staff (PTA-0481)
- Medication Authorization Form and Administration Log (TA-807B)(PR-0187)
- Monitor Visit Checklist Paper Version SAMPLE (OCC-0515)
- Non-Prescription Medication Permission Form (TA-807)(PR-0186)
- Planning & Zoning, Occupancy, and Building Codes (CRT-112)(OCC-0108)
- Provider Resource List (TA-824)(PTA-0161)
- RG Volunteer, Visitor, New or Potential Employee (PTA-0463)
- Rule Guidance for Guidance and Discipline Policies (PTA-0438)
- Rule Guidance Group Size Separation in Centers (PTA-0626)
- Rule Guidance Hot Tub, Pool or Pond Barrier (PTA-0496)
- SC Alternate Play Area Safety Plan (PR-0604)
- SC Assistant Program Leader Qualifications (PR-0597)
- SC First Aid Kit Supply List (PR-0605)
- SC Health and Safety Review Checklist Paper Version (OCC-0615)
SAMPLE: - SC Injury and Incident Report Form (PR-0598)
- SC Notice to Post (PR-0599)
- SC Orientation Checklist and Certificate (PR-0606)
- SC Parent Permission Form (PR-0607)
- SC Physical Restraint Report Form (PR-0608)
- SC Program Coordinator Qualifications (PR-0600)
- SC Program Leader Qualifications (PR-0601)
- SC Program Self-Assessment Tool (PR-0613)
- SC Resources Available from OCC (PTA-0623)
- SC Staff Positions Overview (PTA-0609)
- SC Staff Records (PTA-0610)
- School Age Transportation Agreement (TA-804)(PR-0189)
- School-Age Center Emergency Drill Record (OCC-0595)
- School-Age Center Emergency Plan (PR-0602)
- School-Age Center Notifications (PTA-0611)
- School-Age Center Policy List (PTA-0612)
- School-Age Center Visitor Plan (PR-0614)
- School-Age Child Enrollment Form (PR-0596)
- School-Age Only Programs in a Public School Building (PTA-0617)
- Training Requirements for SC Programs (PR-0603)
- Vehicle Inspection Form (LIC-321)(OCC-0119)
- Visitor Log (TA-811)(PR-0193)
SCHOOL-AGE CENTER RULES INTRODUCTION INFORMATION SESSIONS
School-Age Center Rules Information Sessions
Thank you to all who attended the virtual information sessions held on November 29 and November 30. Please share your session experience by completing this feedback form.
During these sessions, attendees were able to
- hear from Regional Manager Kristina Christian and Senior Licensing Specialist Cheryle Myers,
- learn about the rules for licensed programs that only care for school-age children, and
- explore any questions about these rules.
