Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 78-22-4 - Application and Renewal4.1. A child care program shall submit a completed QRIS application as prescribed by the Secretary for advancement to a two-star or a three-star level.4.2. A child care program that qualifies for a four-star level shall submit verification of the accreditation to the Secretary in a process prescribed by the Secretary.4.3. The Secretary shall notify a child care program that submits an incomplete application or submits an application not prescribed by the Secretary that the application is not acceptable.4.4. A child care program shall submit a QRIS application for renewal of the advanced star rating on an annual basis or as prescribed by the Secretary. The program must submit the application for renewal at least 60 days prior to the anniversary date of the advanced star rating in order to avoid a lapse in or ability to participate in incentives.4.5. The advanced star rating is non-transferable if the ownership of the program changes. The program must be under the control of the new ownership for 6 months before the new program is eligible to apply for an advanced star rating with the following exception:4.5.a. A four-star rated program under the control of new ownership whose national accreditation extends to the new ownership may retain its four-star rating. However, eligibility for new incentives will be at the discretion of the Secretary during the initial six months of ownership.4.6. The Secretary may make effective from the date of issuance any decision regarding a star rating issued by the Department.