National Average Wages. According to estimates released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, farm animal caretakers such as ranch hands earned an average wage of $11.56 an hour as of 2012. This equates to an annual salary of about $24,040.
Understand the licensing requirements for your state. To legally operate a day care, it's necessary to obtain a license, which must be renewed each year. Licensing requirements are different for home day cares and day care centers. Research the requirements in your area for the type of day care you wish to operate. To obtain a license you will undergo a home or facility safety inspection and prove that your operation is following the laws of your state.
Eligibility Basics. Each state sets unique criteria for individuals who want to open in-home day care businesses. In many states, in-home day care owners must be at least 18 years of age and free of felony convictions and arrests for child abuse.or example, a state's standards may specify how many children an in-home day care business can accept at one time as well as the caregiver-to-child ratio the owner must maintain.