Utah child care assistance.

The program that helps Utah families pay for child care, who can apply, how to apply, and how providers take part. Last checked November 3, 2026.

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The program in Utah

WhatDetails
ProgramEmployment Support Child CareSource: Child Care Assistance, Utah Department of Workforce Services. Checked November 3, 2026.
Run byDepartment of Workforce ServicesSource: Child Care Subsidies - New Providers, Utah Department of Workforce Services. Checked November 3, 2026.

For families: who can apply

For families: how to apply

  • Families apply online through myCase, which also lets them manage their child care benefits.Source: Child Care Assistance, Utah Department of Workforce Services. Checked November 3, 2026.Apply through myCase

For providers: how to take part

  • Only providers that complete all steps with the Office of Licensing can receive subsidy payments from Workforce Services.Source: Child Care Subsidies - New Providers, Utah Department of Workforce Services. Checked November 3, 2026.
  • License-exempt family, friend and neighbor providers need a DWS FFN Approval from the Office of Licensing first.Source: Child Care Subsidies - New Providers, Utah Department of Workforce Services. Checked November 3, 2026.
  • Providers need a financial account in the DWS Provider Portal to get subsidy payments by direct deposit.Source: Child Care Subsidies - New Providers, Utah Department of Workforce Services. Checked November 3, 2026.
  • To apply for a child care license, a family, friend and neighbor certificate, or a license-exempt approval, contact the Office of Licensing.Source: Child Care Subsidies - New Providers, Utah Department of Workforce Services. Checked November 3, 2026.Office of Licensing child care applications

Questions about child care assistance in Utah

What is the child care assistance program in Utah called?

Employment Support Child Care. It is run by the Department of Workforce Services.

Who can apply for child care assistance in Utah?

The child must be under age 13, or under age 18 if the child has special needs. A parent must work an average of 15 hours or more per week, earning at least minimum wage. The family must need ongoing child care for work or for approved school or training. Eligibility depends on household size and monthly income.

How do families apply in Utah?

Families apply online through myCase, which also lets them manage their child care benefits. Official page: https://jobs.utah.gov/mycase

How does a child care provider take part in Utah?

Only providers that complete all steps with the Office of Licensing can receive subsidy payments from Workforce Services. License-exempt family, friend and neighbor providers need a DWS FFN Approval from the Office of Licensing first. Providers need a financial account in the DWS Provider Portal to get subsidy payments by direct deposit.

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