• 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.
Eligible Tribal members with at least ¼ Native blood may receive full-time student support for up to 5 years toward a bachelor’s degree. Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA. Deadlines are December 15, May 15, and August 15.
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Adult Vocational Training (AVT)
The AVT program supports members pursuing trade or vocational certifications to improve their career prospects.
Eligible Tribal members with at least ¼ Native blood and one year of Barrow residency may receive funding for trade or nursing certificate programs. Funding is limited to 24 months for trade programs and 36 months for nursing certificates. Applications are accepted year-round.
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Childcare Assistance Program
Our childcare program provides financial support to help tribal families access quality childcare services.
Childcare Assistance
Eligible Tribal member children must be 4 weeks to 12 years old. Parents or guardians must meet the 20-hour weekly activity requirement.
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General Assistance Program
We provide temporary financial assistance to help eligible tribal members meet basic needs.
Must be Alaska Native or American Indian, enrolled in a Federally Recognized Tribe or have a CDIB, and live within the Native Village of Barrow service area.
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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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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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Johnson O’Malley Program
Funding support for eligible Native students age 3 through grade 12 to help with school-related needs.
Johnson O’Malley Program
To request funding, submit a letter or email with the student’s name, date of birth, residency or PO Box, guardian phone number, parent or guardian signature, and what the funding is needed for.
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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.