The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Child Care Services (CCS) program helps eligible families with child care expenses and helps child care providers improve their services. Child care providers who meet certain requirements may become providers by signing an agreement with CCS. To learn more about the Child Care Services Program please click the yellow button below.
Application Process to Become a CCS Provider
To learn more about the application process and the requirements to become and remain a CCS provider, please click the yellow button below.
Provider Requirements & Policies
Parent Share of Cost (PSoC)
The parent share of cost (PSoC) is calculated on a weekly basis and is determined by the family’s gross monthly income and family size
CCS providers must collect the PSoC from every CCS family. Each provider can establish their own policy for how and when to collect payment from each CCS family.
CCS providers must report when a parent fails to pay the PSoC by emailing ccapps@wspanhandle.com no later than 5 business days after the due date of the the missed payment.
Attendance Expectations
All CCS providers have attendance rules. CCS providers must report the following issues by calling our office at 806-372-2836:
- A CCS child is not attending care regularly
- Families are not signing their CCS children in and out every day
- Other issues arise regarding attendance
Notice of Provider Changes
CCS providers must report any of the following changes 3 business days in advance by emailing childcareproviderservices@wspanhandle.com:
- Change in ownership
- Change in location
- Change in Child Care Regulation (CCR) facility/permit type
- CCR revocation of permit to operate
Provider Payments
Payments are issued on or before the first Monday of the two-week payment period. Depending upon your bank’s processing time, it may take up to two business days for the fund to be available.
Providers can view the Workforce Solution Panhandle provider 2025-2026 payment schedule by clicking the yellow button below.
CCS Provider Forms
A Provider Services Specialist will work with each CCS provider to complete the CCS Provider Agreement.
To view common CCS program forms for providers, click the yellow button below.
Quality Initiatives for Child Care Providers
These quality initiatives give our providers and parents more access to information on high quality child care and education.
Additional Resources for Child Care Providers
We have a variety of resources available for providers, including information on training and becoming a provider.
Child Care Assistance FAQ for Providers
Find answers to frequently asked questions by child care assistance providers.
If you would like to apply to become a child care provider, please contact us.
