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Child Name: The first and last name of the child that is eligible to receive child care services. Child Number: The client's Social Security number plus the two-digit code 01, 02, etc. assigned to the child. It identifies the child for the purpose of payment and system activities. Providers should never change the assigned child number. Client/Client Name: An individual who has met the eligibility criteria and is funded for child care. The client is listed on the SVL by the initial of their first name and their last name. Example: S. Jones Client Fee: That portion of the provider's weekly service rate (cost) which is based on the client’s family size and income and paid by the client directly to the provider. The fee amount is established by SCDSS on the basis of family size and gross family income. Client Number/ID: The client's Social Security Number (SSN). This number identifies all client activity in the system. The on-line SVL will list only the last four digits of the SSN. CM: Case Manager

Connection: A start and stop date (linked to a specific provider) within the Child Care Scholarship Program. Connection form: The connection form or fax that must be completed by both the client and the child care provider and submitted to the Control Center for approval prior to the child starting the facility. CPS: Child Protective Services