Child Care Rules and Regulations

To view the state rules and regulations for licensed child care centers or certified family child care settings, please click the links below. If you have questions about any of the rules or regulations please call CCR&R at 1.800.308.9000, Monday - Friday, 8:00a to 5:00p. 

Arizona Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Child Care Licensing

• State Licensed Child Care Centers
  • http://www.azdhs.gov/documents/licensing/childcare-facilities/rules/bccl-child-care-facility-rules.pdf
• State Certified Child Care Group Homes
  • http://www.azdhs.gov/documents/licensing/childcare-facilities/rules/bccl-child-care-group-home-rules.pdf

Arizona Department of Economic Security, Child Care Administration

• State Certified Family Child Care Homes
  • https://des.az.gov/sites/default/files/dl/HPY-330.pdf

Please note: It is not unlawful in Arizona to care for up to four children for compensation. If a person or entity is caring for more than four children for compensation you may contact CCR&R to get information on how to file a report.