• 6090 Boxer St, Utqiagvik, AK 99723
Empowering Growth and Support

Workforce Development & Childcare Services

The Workforce Development and Childcare Services Department of the Native Village of Barrow provides essential programs to promote education, career development, general assistance, and childcare support. Our services ensure tribal members have access to higher education, vocational training, and affordable childcare options, fostering personal and professional growth.

What We Offer

Applications for higher education, vocational training, general assistance, and childcare assistance and provider services are available at the Native Village of Barrow main office or can be downloaded online. Completed applications can be submitted in person, by email.

Higher Education Assistance
This program provides financial aid to eligible tribal members enrolled in 2- or 4-year academic programs at accredited institutions.
  • Eligibility: Tribal members with at least ¼ Native blood enrolled full-time.
  • Limit: Support provided for up to 5 years for a bachelor’s.
  • GPA Requirement: Maintain a 2.0 GPA to continue receiving funds.
      • Application Deadlines:
    • Springr: December 15
    • Summe: May 15
    • Fall: August 15
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General Assistance Program
We provide temporary financial assistance to help eligible tribal members meet basic needs.
Eligibility:
  • Must be Alaska Native or American Indian and enrolled in a Federally Recognized Tribe or hold a Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB).
  • Must reside within the Native Village of Barrow service area.
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Adult Vocational Training (AVT)
The AVT program supports members pursuing trade or vocational certifications to improve their career prospects.
  • Eligibility: Tribal members with at least ¼ Native blood and residency in Barrow for at least one year prior to attending school.
  • Funding Limit: 24 months for trade programs and 36 months for nursing certificates.
    • Deadlines: Applications accepted year-round due to flexible training schedules.
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Licensed Exempt Childcare Providers
Provide care for non-relative children (up to four) in their home or the child’s home.
Licensed Exempt Providers
We are happy that you’re interested in applying to become a Tribally Approved Licensed Exempt Child Care Provider. Please complete and download the form.
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Childcare Assistance Program
Our childcare program provides financial support to help tribal families access quality childcare services.
Childcare Assistance
Eligibility:
  • Children must be tribal members, between 4 weeks and 12 years old.
  • Parents/guardians must engage in eligible activities for at least 20 hours per week.
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Child Care Relative Provider Application
Provide care for relative children (up to four) in their home or the child’s home.
Child Care Relative Provider Application
We are happy that you’re interested in applying to become a Tribally Approved Licensed Child Care Relative Provider. Please complete and download the form.
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Higher Education Assistance
This program provides financial aid to eligible tribal members enrolled in 2- or 4-year academic programs at accredited institutions.
Higher Education
  • Eligibility: Tribal members with at least ¼ Native blood enrolled full-time (12 credits/semester).
  • Funding Limit: Support provided for up to 5 years for a bachelor’s degree.
  • GPA Requirement: Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA to continue receiving funds.
      • Application Deadlines:
    • Spring Semester: December 15
    • Summer Semester: May 15
    • Fall Semester: August 15
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Childcare Assistance Program
Our childcare program provides financial support to help tribal families access quality childcare services.
Childcare Assistance
Eligibility:
  • Children must be tribal members, between 4 weeks and 12 years old.
  • Parents/guardians must engage in eligible activities for at least 20 hours per week.
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Licensed Exempt Childcare Providers
Provide care for non-relative children (up to four) in their home or the child’s home.
Licensed Exempt Providers
We are happy that you’re interested in applying to become a Tribally Approved Licensed Exempt Child Care Provider. Please complete and download the form.
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Adult Vocational Training (AVT)
The AVT program supports members pursuing trade or vocational certifications to improve their career prospects.
Adult Vocational
  • Eligibility: Tribal members with at least ¼ Native blood and residency in Barrow for at least one year prior to attending school.
  • Funding Limit: 24 months for trade programs and 36 months for nursing certificates.
    • Deadlines: Applications accepted year-round due to flexible training schedules.
DOWNLOAD
General Assistance Program
We provide temporary financial assistance to help eligible tribal members meet basic needs.
General Assistance
Eligibility:
  • Must be Alaska Native or American Indian and enrolled in a Federally Recognized Tribe or hold a Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB).
  • Must reside within the Native Village of Barrow service area.
Download
Child Care Relative Provider Application
Provide care for relative children (up to four) in their home or the child’s home.
Child Care Relative Provider Application
We are happy that you’re interested in applying to become a Tribally Approved Licensed Child Care Relative Provider. Please complete and download the form.
DOWNLOAD

Who We Serve

Our department serves all eligible Native Village of Barrow tribal members by providing education, job training, financial assistance, and childcare support. We empower our community through career-building programs and essential family services.