Indiana child care background checks
Required checks and the recheck interval for staff. This page isolates the configured Indiana figures, related explanations, and primary source links from the full licensing guide.
Cited to 470 IAC 3-4.7Verified June 2026Summary only, not legal advice
Background checks
Recheck at least every 3 years
National FBI fingerprint check before hire + every 3 years (IC 12-17.2-4-3); sex-offender registry & Child Protection Index re-checked yearly per FSSA.
Citation: 470 IAC 3-4.7
Indiana background checks FAQ
How often are background checks required in Indiana?
A national FBI fingerprint-based criminal history check is required before hire and again every 3 years (IC 12-17.2-4-3). In addition, the sex-offender registry and Child Protection Index are re-checked yearly for each caregiver.
Disclaimer: These figures are a summary drawn from Indiana rule 470 IAC 3-4.7 and FSSA guidance; operators should confirm current requirements directly with FSSA's Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning before acting. This page is a summary for informational purposes only and is not legal or compliance advice. Confirm with Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning.