FL Religious Exempt Approval Program

The Florida Region offers the Approval Program to religiously exempt preschools, childcare facilities, after-school programs, and mom’s day out programs in lieu of licensure with the Florida Department of Children and Families. Please use the following sections for all of the necessary paperwork, forms, and information.

Where to Begin in the Approval Program

Please download and print out the following files which will provide step-by-step directions for both first time and returning programs.

Procedures for New Programs

Procedures for Renewing Programs

Forms Needed for Approval Program

Please download and print these forms which are required for the ACSI Religious Exempt Approval Program.

ACSI Approval Application

ACSI Approval Checklist for Existing Programs

ACSI Approval Checklist for First time Programs

ACSI Compliance Action Plan

ACSI Minimum Standards Compliance Affidavit

ACSI Staffing Form

Helpful Resource Files

The following files are provided to you as a resource. Please use them for additional information.

ACSI Approval Manual

ACSI Approval Standards

Attestation of Good Moral Character

Attestation of Good Moral Character—Spanish

Blood borne Pathogen Training Order Form

Blood borne Pathogen Training Acknowledgment Form

Child Abuse Acknowledgment Form

Employee Reference Check Form

Transportation Log

Additional State Forms and Resources

Annual Statement of Religious Exemption

Background Screening Manual

Competency Exams

DCF Staff Training Record

Director Credential Application

Director Credential Renewal Application 5306

Emergency Planning Guide

FCCPC Birth Five 5273

Fire Drill Record

Florida Administrative Code 65C22

Introductory Training

National Playground Safety Information

Reporting Child Abuse Training Packet

Staff Credential Application 5211

Staff Credential Revision Overview Summary

Staff Introductory Training Overview

USDA My Food Pyramid

Volunteer Affidavit 5216

Volunteer Affidavit 5217