Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 78-28-4 - Deemed Licensed Status Application and Provisions4.1. Application for a Head Start Deemed License status. 4.1.a. For a Head Start Agency to receive a deemed license, an applicant shall submit a completed application as prescribed by the Secretary. An application may be obtained by requesting one from the Division of Early Care and Education within the Department; contact information is located at https://dhhr.wv.gov/bcf/ece.4.1.b. The Head Start Agency must have a current Notice of Award to apply.4.1.c. An incomplete application shall be considered withdrawn if not completed within 60 days of submission.4.1.d. The Secretary will issue a decision whether to grant a Head Start Deemed License within 60 days of receiving a completed application.4.2. Requirements to maintain a Head Start Deemed License. A Head Start Deemed License is valid from the date of issuance, as determined by the Secretary, unless revoked or modified. 4.2.a. The Head Start Agency must submit the most current Notice of Award on an annual basis to the Child Care Regulation Unit.4.2.b. A Head Start Deemed License is valid only for the Head Start agency and programs and the locations named in the application and is not transferable.4.2.c. A Head Start agency shall keep on file the deemed license notification.4.2.d. If Head Start agency and program locations change, the new Head Start agency shall submit an updated application within 60 days of the change.4.2.e. Before the location of a Head Start agency or corresponding classrooms change, the licensee shall inform the Secretary of the planned change by submitting an updated application at least 60 days prior to the relocation.