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Hands On Learning Program

Nanticoke, PA · Luzerne County
S Walnut St, Nanticoke, PA 18634
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Quick Facts

Capacity
12 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (570) 735-6901
S Walnut St
Nanticoke, PA 18634
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00257522
License Issued
Sep 14, 2026
Active Through
Sep 14, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 11

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About the Provider

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HANDS ON LEARNING PROGRAM is a Family Child Care in NANTICOKE PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-10 Renewal 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 had a previous update to the financial agreement dated 8/25/25 and a subsequent update on 4/7/26. The file for child #2 had a previous emergency contact form and financial agreement dated 8/25/25 and subsequent update for both documents on 3/20/26. The file for child #3 had a previous update to the emergency contact form dated 8/2025 and a subsequent update on 3/2026.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff was out on medical leave during the update period and as a result the updates were late. Once staff observed this the two child files in question were updated.
2025-06-18 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2024-06-11 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: While at the facility unannounced on 6/11/14 for the renewal inspection the inspector reviewed the file for child #1 and found that the emergency contact form was missing the address of the individual(s) designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider asked and had the parent fill out the missing information.
2024-06-11 Renewal 3280.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: While at the facility unannounced on 6/11/14 for the renewal inspection the inspector observed an unlabeled bottle in the childcare space.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was immediately corrected while the inspector was present.
2024-06-11 Renewal 3280.24(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.24(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: While at the facility unannounced on 6/11/14 for the renewal inspection the inspector was unable to locate a copy of the 3280 regulations or any information on how to access the 3280 regulations electronically.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional childcare office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Primary staff will ensure that parents have access to the regs either with a link posted or a copy of the regulations posted in your facility
2023-06-01 Renewal 3280.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff person # 1, # 2, # 3, # 4, # 5 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022. Staff # 4 not yet completed the one-hour training as of the date of this inspection. The following staff completed the training on the listed dates: Staff # 1 - 1/16/23 Staff # 2 - 1/16/23 Staff # 3 - 1/26/23 Staff # 5 - 1/17/23.

Correction Required: Staff person # 4 shall complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 6/21/23.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 4 will complete the one-hour 2022 health and safety updated training by 6/21/23. Staff # 4 will not work at the facility until this training is completed.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the hire date of Staff # 1. Staff # 1 was working in child care at the time of this inspection. The file of Staff # 1 did not contain documentation of a health assessment or tuberculosis screening (TB) before working in a child care role at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A health assessment and TB screening will be requested from Staff # 1. This documentation will then be maintained in the Staff's file at all times.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the hire date of Staff # 1. Staff # 1 was working in child care at the time of this inspection. The file of Staff # 1 did not contain documentation of a health assessment or tuberculosis screening (TB) before working in a child care role at the facility.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A health assessment and TB screening will be requested from Staff # 1. This documentation will then be maintained in the Staff's file at all times.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire for Staff # 1. Staff # 1 was hired incorrectly as a provisional hire. Staff # 1 did not apply for and receive an NSOR clearance before working in child care. Staff # 1 was working in child care during this inspection.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In the future, all staff will be hired as appropriate to the CPSL with all clearances and mandated reporter training. Clearances will remain in the file at all times. Staff # 1 will be removed from child care until all appropriate clearances are received.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.33(a)/3280.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.33(a)/3280.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire of Staff # 1. Staff # 1 was working in child care during this inspection and the file was missing proof of education. Staff # 1 could not be appropriately qualified to work in a child care role at the facility.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Proof of education will be requested on Staff # 1.
2022-04-01 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2021-09-08 Renewal 3280.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: There are diaper ointments being stored at the facility and written permission from the parents is not on file to administer for each child

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have a permission slip signed by the parent for each child that has diaper ointment at the facility.

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