The Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS) Child Care Provider Portal offers a comprehensive digital platform designed to support child care providers in managing their professional responsibilities efficiently and securely.
Official Links
- Child Care Provider Portal: https://ccmis.dhs.state.ia.us/providerportal/
- Enterprise Authentication & Authorization: https://entaa.iowa.gov/entaa/sso
What Providers Can Do
The CCMIS Provider Portal enables child care professionals to:
- Apply for registered child development home status
- Apply to receive Child Care Payments
- Renew or modify child development home registrations
- Manage provider agreements
- Create and view training accounts
- Search for professional classes and conferences
- Track personal training records
- View DHS-maintained professional data
- Apply to serve Child Care Assistance (CCA) families
- Review CCA payment history
- Submit CCA attendance and payment requests
Who Can Use the Portal
The portal is specifically designed for:
- Registered child development home providers
- Child care professionals
- Providers interested in receiving Child Care Payments
- Professionals seeking training and certification opportunities
Access and Authentication
Login Process
- Visit the Enterprise A&A Service
- Enter your Account ID
- Input your password
- Navigate to the CCMIS Provider Portal
Account Creation
- Public users: firstname.lastname@iowaid
- State employees: [email protected]
Important Authentication Requirements:
- Valid email address required
- Account ID cannot contain profanity or special characters
- Must complete security baseline questions
Privacy and Security
The portal emphasizes robust security measures:
- Unauthorized access is strictly prohibited
- Website interactions may be monitored and recorded
- Potential violations could result in administrative, civil, or criminal consequences
Browser Compatibility
JavaScript Requirements
- Must be enabled in browser settings
- Supported browsers: Internet Explorer, Firefox
Cookie Settings
- Cookies must be enabled
- Specific configuration instructions provided for different browsers
Technical Details
- Portal Version: 02.22.00
- Deployment Date: September 14, 2012
- Developed by: Iowa Department of Human Services
Unsupported or Unclear Features
Some portal aspects require direct interaction or further clarification:
- Specific mobile app availability is not confirmed
- Detailed billing procedures are not explicitly outlined in provided documentation
Customer Support
While specific support contact details are not provided, users can:
- Refer to the “Report Issue to State Service Desk” option on the authentication page
- Contact Iowa DHS directly for comprehensive support
The CCMIS Provider Portal represents a streamlined, secure digital platform empowering child care professionals to manage their professional credentials, training, and payment processes efficiently.
Disclaimer: Information is based on documentation available as of the portal’s last known update. Providers should verify current procedures directly with Iowa DHS.
https://ccmis.dhs.state.ia.us/providerportal/
Child Care Provider Portal. Apply to be a registered child development home; Apply to receive Child Care Payments as a non-registered child care home. Renew or
https://entaa.iowa.gov/entaa/sso?appId=DHSCKTPR&callingApp=https%3A…
Enterprise A&A DHS CCMIS Provider Portal. Enter your Account Id and Password and press sign in to continue.