The statutes and rules regulating child care centers (Department of Health Services), group homes (Department of Health Services) and certified small family child care homes (Department of Economic Security) in Arizona are available using the links below.

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Fingerprinting

Fingerprint and Background Checks are Requirements for Child Care Providers in the State of Arizona.  For more information about the Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Cards, click here.

Licensure & Regulation

State of Arizona Licensure and Regulations for Child Care Center Providers, Child Care Group Homes and DES Certified Small Family Child Care Homes. Click here for more information from DHS and click here for information from DES.

Health Requirements

Child care providers must meet certain personal health requirements. The Child Care licensing and certification agencies in Arizona must ensure that the health of each provider is adequate to meet the demands of the care being provided. Click here for more information on the health requirements of child care providers.