Child Care Center
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Semcac Head Start Austin
Austin, MN
· Mower County
300 16th St NE,
Austin, MN 55912
Quick Facts
Capacity
89 children
Age Range
Toddlers, Preschool
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
800141
License Holder
Semcac
Licensed Since
1984
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Mower County Department Human Services
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About the Provider
We are committed to building bright futures by enriching young children, ages Birth – 5 years old, and empowering their families. Comprehensive services and community opportunities support healthy families.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2025-11-19 | Fine Order | |
| 2025-10-15 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 5 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-09-05 | Licensing Review | In Compliance |
| 2024-07-05 | Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum | |
| 2024-03-08 | Maltreatment Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 3 - Behavior Guidance Violation Description: Behavior Guidance: Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-03-08 | Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum | |
| 2023-04-12 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Violation Description: Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-04-12 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3 - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 11 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 13 - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 14 - Health Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Staff Training Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan did not contain all required items. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Electrical outlets were not tamper-proof or shielded. Health Practices: Children's hands were not washed with soap and water. Health Practices: Staff did not wash their hands with soap and water. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2022-05-25 | Licensing Review | In Compliance |
| 2020-12-08 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2020-09-23 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: 245A.02, subdivision 18; 9503.0045, subp. 1, item A - Program Practices Violation Description: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2019-12-26 | Correction Order | |
| 2019-05-03 | Correction Order | |
| 2018-03-12 | Correction Order | |
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