Q. What is the connection between Licensing and Maryland EXCELS?
A. Maryland EXCELS builds upon the foundation of the State’s rigorous child care licensing requirements. Licensing history is included as one component of the Maryland EXCELS standards. All programs participating in Maryland EXCELS must be licensed or registered, open, and operating. At higher ratings in the License and Compliance (LIC) content area, the EXCELS standards look at enforcement actions, non-compliance and license status. Maryland EXCELS provides the opportunity for programs to demonstrate achievements that exceed state licensing requirements.
For the LIC content area, most participants will not need to upload any documentation. Inspection reports and licensing information will be reviewed via the Child Care Administrative Tracking System (CCATS) and the Electronic Licensing Inspection System (ELIS).
Q. Where can I find my most recent licensing inspection report?
A. Your Licensing Specialist provides you with an emailed copy of your inspection report. You may request a paper copy be mailed to you. If you need a new copy of your inspection report, please contact your Licensing Specialist.