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You may qualify for Michigan's Child Development and Care subsidy program if you need child care while you are engaged in the following: Employment. Employment or self-employment. An approved activity. ... High school program completion. ... Family preservation.

For child care licensing information call 866-685-0006 or visit .michigan.gov/michildcare.

Salaries typically start from $10.84 per hour and go up to $16.91 per hour.

Payments currently range from $1.35 per hour for unlicensed providers to a maximum of $4.75 per hour for infants and toddlers in a five-star child care center, although funds were approved for the 2018 budget to increase child care provider rates.

The Child Care Stabilization Grant is a $700 million investment in child care providers across Michigan. The Stabilization Grant is a non-competitive grant for child care providers to help stabilize operations and support the health and safety of children and staff.

The state will pay for a portion — or all — of eligible children's child care expenses and fees. It will pay for care in a licensed center or home-based program, and it will also allow family members, neighbors or friends of an eligible family to register and get approved to be paid for providing child care.

The average cost of a child care provider in Michigan is $13.85 per hour. With the minimum wage in Michigan being $9.87 per hour, you can expect to pay a hourly rate between $9.87 and $20. A child care provider's hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.

If you cannot afford child care, payment assistance is available. Use MI Bridges to apply for assistance, check your eligibility status and manage your account.