In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. “Family child care provider” means an individual who participates in the Maryland Child Care Subsidy Program who is: A registered provider as defined in § 9.5–301(c) of this title; or Exempt from the registration requirements under § 9.5–304 of this title. “Provider organization” means an organization that: Includes family child care providers; and Has as one of its purposes the representation of family child care providers in their relations with the State.