Depending on the type of childcare service you want to work in, qualifications vary. For example, the qualifications needed for a teacher vary from state to state and country to country. To be a nanny, there are no formal qualifications required, however, it’s helpful to be certified in first aid and CPR, as well as a certain amount of years of experience depending on the organization or family. There’s a lot of information online for you to consider all your options and the necessary requirements.