Preservice / Initial Training
Alabama family child care providers must complete at least 24 hours of training in child care and development as initial (preservice) training, covering six required training areas including child development, universal precautions, nutrition, licensing regulations, and family communication. Detailed information is in Alabama Administrative Code Chapter 660-5-27.
ChildCareEd Courses Approved:
ChildCareEd offers an Alabama Family/Group Day Care Homes 24-Hour Preservice Training Bundle that satisfies the DHR 24-hour preservice requirement, and an Alabama 20-Hour Annual Training Bundle for Family/Group Day Care Home Licensees that meets the 20 clock hours required by DHR and covers all six mandated training areas.
