How to Get a Child care centers & homes License in Alaska (2026)

Alaska Child Care Program Office; Anchorage Health Department Child Care Licensing Program within the Municipality of Anchorage

Alaska Child Care Program Office; Anchorage Health Department Child Care Licensing Program within the Municipality of Anchorage

The Alaska Child Care Program Office (CCPO) oversees child care licensing and program requirements for providers across most of the state. Providers located within the Municipality of Anchorage work with the Anchorage Health Department Child Care Licensing Program, which administers licensing and inspections within Anchorage.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Open the official agency page

https://health.alaska.gov/en/topics/child-care/welcome-child-care-providers/managing-your-child-care-business/

Licensing requirements apply to child care centers, group homes, and family child care homes.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Open the official agency page

https://health.alaska.gov/en/topics/child-care/welcome-child-care-providers/become-a-child-care-provider/

Providers begin the licensing process through the Alaska Child Care Information System (AKCCIS).

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

State-licensed providers must maintain current CPR and First Aid certification.

State-licensed providers must maintain current CPR and First Aid certification.

Providers must also maintain current CPR and First Aid certification.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Child growth and development; Safe sleep practices for infants; Prevention of infectious diseases; Emergency preparedness and response; Prevention and reporting of child abuse and neglect; Child passenger safety; Administration of medication; Building and physical premises safety; Handling and storage of hazardous materials; Safe food preparation and handling

Child growth and development; Safe sleep practices for infants; Prevention of infectious diseases; Emergency preparedness and response; Prevention and reporting of child abuse and neglect; Child passenger safety; Administration of medication; Building and physical premises safety; Handling and storage of hazardous materials; Safe food preparation and handling

Training requirements for licensed providers include health and safety topics such as: Child growth and development Safe sleep practices for infants Prevention of infectious diseases Emergency preparedness and response Prevention and reporting of child abuse and neglect Child passenger safety Administration of medication Building and physical premises safety Handling and storage of hazardous materials Safe food preparation and handling

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Most providers need a license before caring for more than four unrelated children.

Most providers need a license before caring for more than four unrelated children.

Most providers must obtain a license before caring for more than four unrelated children.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Individuals associated with licensed child care programs must complete a valid criminal history background check before contact with children.

Individuals associated with licensed child care programs must complete a valid criminal history background check before contact with children.

Individuals who work in or are associated with licensed child care programs must complete a valid criminal history background check before they may have contact with children.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Licensing steps include required health and safety training, an application and documentation, criminal background checks, preparing the premises, and a pre-licensing inspection.

Licensing steps include required health and safety training, an application and documentation, criminal background checks, preparing the premises, and a pre-licensing inspection.

Complete required health and safety training. Submit a licensing application and required documentation. Complete criminal background checks for the provider and other required individuals. Prepare the facility or home to meet licensing health and safety standards. Complete a pre-licensing inspection.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026