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Module 1: Overview of NYS CSE Program

Intake

caseworker and custodial parent

The first step in the child support process is Intake.

Intake involves all of the activities that are part of opening a child support case.

Any parent, guardian or caretaker such as a grandparent is eligible to apply for child support services to establish paternity and/or establish, modify and enforce a child support order. Individuals in receipt of TANF services will automatically be referred to child support when there is a dependent child.