Alaska childcare licensing is administered by the Child Care Program Office (CCPO) within the Department of Health. All facilities providing care for 13 or more hours per week for 5 or more children from more than one family must be licensed. Alaska has unique requirements given its geographic diversity, and specific rules apply to remote and village-based programs.
| Age Group | Staff : Children | Max Group Size |
|---|---|---|
| Infants (0–12 months) | 1:5 | — |
| Infants (12–18 months) | 1:5 | — |
| Toddlers (18–30 months) | 1:6 | — |
| Preschool (30 months–4 years) | 1:10 | — |
| 4–5 years | 1:12 | — |
| Kindergarten–12 years | 1:15 | — |
Enrollment Form
Complete enrollment information including child information and parent/guardian details.
Emergency Contact Information
Names and phone numbers of emergency contacts and authorized pickup persons.
Immunization Records
Current immunization records per Alaska DHSS schedule required on file.
Parent Guide (CC61)
State-provided parent guide CC61 must be given to and acknowledged by parents.
Emergency Medical Authorization
Parental consent for emergency medical care.
Allergy and Dietary Information
Documentation of any food allergies or special dietary needs.
Medication AuthorizationConditional
Written parental authorization for any medication to be administered.
Exemption Policy
Medical and religious exemptions are permitted. Contact the Alaska Section of Epidemiology for current exemption requirements.
Minimum Age
18 years (16 years for staff who are not counted in ratios and are supervised)
Background Check
Background check required for all persons 16 years of age and older who are present at the facility. Includes state and federal criminal history check.
Lead Teacher Education
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent ECE coursework required for lead positions.
Assistant Education
High school diploma or GED required for assistant positions.
CPR / First Aid
Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification required. At least one certified staff member on-site at all times.
Continuing Education
24 hours of annual child development training required for all teaching staff.
Director Qualifications
Director must meet lead teacher qualifications plus additional administrative training requirements. Contact CCPO for specific qualification standards.
Inspection Frequency
At least one unannounced inspection annually. Additional inspections based on complaints or compliance history.
License Renewal
Annual license renewal required.
Application Process
Contact the CCPO regional office to begin the application process. Includes background checks, facility inspection, and documentation review.
Licensing Fee
Varies by capacity. Contact the CCPO for current fee schedule.
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