Peace of Mind Childcare & Preschool

A center that operates or plans to operate programs for children 24 months of age and under shall meet the requirements of this subdivision for staff training:

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A search shall be done of the state-based child and adult abuse and neglect registries and protective services databases in each state where the staff member or volunteer resided during the preceding five years. The same search shall be done in the state where the staff member or volunteer currently resides, and shall be repeated every five years.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A positive inspection report from the State Fire Marshal following any changes to the center's operation and premises;

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Manage the daily operations of the center, including administering finances and human resources;

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Prior to starting the program, shall ensure that each qualified staff member caring for the child has received a minimum of 40 hours of approved training related to the care of children 24 months of age and under, and shall submit documented evidence of the training to the Secretary.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

For each mixed age group at a center, the center shall maintain the staff-to-child ratio and group size described in Table A of Appendix 78-1-E of this rule for the youngest child in the group; and

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A center shall conduct performance evaluations:

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A center shall require all staff to meet approved pre-service training requirements and pre-service education qualifications other than that noted in subdivision 8.6.c. Provided: Staff persons who have remained employed by the center since July 1, 2003 and have been in continuous employment in that position or one requiring greater qualifications in a child care setting since July 1, 1998, shall be considered to meet the qualification of their position except the requirement of approved pre-service training.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A tuberculosis risk assessment that is repeated annually or a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method, if a screening is indicated by the tuberculosis risk assessment.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A physical examination, including vision and hearing screening;

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A center shall secure from the employee a recent health assessment performed not more than 90 days prior to the date hired for the employee and signed by a licensed health care provider. The health assessment shall be on file no later than 30 days from the first date of employment. A health assessment for a volunteer shall be on file if the volunteer is scheduled to work at least 40 hours per month in the center. The health assessment shall include:

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

For each singe-age group at a center, the center shall maintain the staff-to-child ratio and group size described in Table A of Appendix 78-1-E of this rule;

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A current job description;

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Prior to caring for children, all current and potential staff are required to complete approved pre-service training. Prior to or during the first week of employment and prior to having sole responsibility for a group of children, a center shall provide orientation to the staff member that includes a review of:

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A center shall conduct a fire drill at least two times a month during its regular hours of operation, keeping a written record of the dates and times when fire drills are conducted.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Other than the exceptions cited in subdivision 8.4.e., a center shall ensure that a state and federal fingerprint-based criminal background investigation is performed on each staff member and volunteer pursuant to the provisions of the West Virginia Clearance for Access: Registry and Employment Screening Act (WV CARES), W. Va. Code §16-49-1 et seq., and W. Va. Code R. §69-10-1, et seq., and shall keep the following information on file:

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

Placing the signed acknowledgement statement in the staff member's file.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

All qualified staff shall complete the approved training which is necessary to keep the credential current.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. Within three months of employment or use staff members shall have current CPR certification appropriate to the age of the children in care and current first aid training. Except in the first year of employment or use, training in CPR and First Aid is in addition to the requirement for annual professional development.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Obtaining a signed and dated acknowledgement that the staff member has read and understands the policies or revised policies; and

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A statement that the prospective staff member has no known condition or disease which would interfere with the proper care of children; and

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Equipped with band aids, a non-mercury thermometer, gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, disposable nonporous gloves, a first aid guide, the telephone number of a poison control center, and pencil and paper. A bottle of clean water shall be stored with or accompany the first aid kit; and

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A center shall document that preservice training and orientation training was provided by having the staff member and center director sign a statement acknowledging receiving both preservice and orientation training and shall keep the statement in the staff member's file.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Documentation that references have been verified including three references for the center director and two references for other staff members;

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

A fitness determination of eligibility from the WV CARES unit; and

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Abuse Recognition and Prevention. Within three months of employment or use, staff members shall have training in child abuse recognition and prevention. Training in child abuse recognition and prevention may be used to meet the requirement for annual professional development described in this section.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

On all newly employed staff members and staff members new to their positions at three months, six months, and 12 months.

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Ensure that the premises, furnishings, equipment and supplies are in good repair and present no hazard to the health and safety of the children;

Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026

Rule 8.3.d.2: Written references, including three (3) references for the center director and two (2) references for other staff members

“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”

Rule 8.6.f.1: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. Within six (6) months of employment or use staff members shall have current CPR certification appropriate to the age of the children in care and current first aid training. Except in the first year of employment or use, training in CPR and First Aid is in addition to the requirement for annual professional development

“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”

Rule 8.7.b: All qualified staff apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway

“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”

Rule 8.3.d: A center shall maintain a file for each staff member that includes:

“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”

Rule 8.6.f.2: Abuse Recognition and Prevention. Within six (6) months of employment or use, staff members shall have training in child abuse recognition and prevention. Training in child abuse recognition and prevention may be used to meet the requirement for annual professional development described in this section

“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”