How to do i become a licensed daycare facility?

I need to know the state of California laws and regulations I also need to know what classes and programs I have to do in order for this daycare to work!

It is my understanding that a daycare provider must be licensed to be able to get a tax credit or use the Dependant Care benefit through work. But I hear of people using the social security number to get the credit even though they are not licensed. Is this legal?