There are more families with both parents working full-time jobs, and there is a growing number of single parents in the work force who are unable to be with their kids throughout the day. So it makes sense that the demand for child care has increased.
You're likely to find many opportunities to provide childcare service, but with the increased demand comes parents with a greater awareness of health and safety issues - so you want to make sure that you're prepared before you enter this business.
See the 9-Step Daycare Start-Up Checklist and how you can get step-by-step detailed instructions on how you can launch your own Daycare Center. (Real, valuable and sound advice.)