Upcoming Trainings and Workshops
Welcome to the hub of continuous learning and professional growth at the CCPU Training Fund
Our trainings are meticulously crafted to empower family childcare providers with the skills, knowledge, and support needed to excel in their roles. Explore our transformative offerings across various categories, including Small Business Training, Child Care Provider Training, and the inspirational journey of Educator-Led Communities of Care. Each training is a gateway to excellence, offering unique opportunities to shape your career, enhance entrepreneurial skills, enrich childcare practices, and contribute to building resilient communities.
Learn more about upcoming trainings by using the calendar or clicking on a training below. Continuous learning, empowerment, and professional advancement is just a few clicks away!
Launch of Application for peer leaders, peer facilitators and peer mentors
Training Type: Intensive
Language(s) Offered: English, Spanish
Event Description: Application for Peer Mentors, Facilitators and Leaders launches.
Application Link Coming Soon
Tech Benefit Webinar: How to use DocuSign for the Tech Benefit Application (for Waitlist #2)
Training Type: Online Training
Language(s) Offered: English, Spanish
Event Description: This webinar is open to providers whose Tech Benefit application submission falls between 2001-3000 on the waiting list. The Tech Benefit team will provide a high level overview and live demo on how to complete the W-9 and Equipment Acceptance Form in DocuSign once a provider is qualified and meets all eligibility requirements. The Tech Benefit team will also provide guidance on the eligibility requirements in order to move forward in the approval process for a computer workstation.
Tech Benefit: September Office Hours
Training Type: Online Training
Language(s) Offered: English, Spanish
Description: Family child care providers requiring technical assistance are welcome to attend our office hours Zoom sessions. Our monthly office hours session provides one-on-one assistance to address questions and troubleshoot technical issues for CCPU programs and benefits. Questions will be answered on a first come first serve basis. If you would like to submit your question in advance to receive priority, please complete the registration form below and attend the meeting at the start of our session at 6pm.
Contracts for Child Care Businesses
Training Type: In Person Training
Location: UDW/AFSCME
Location: English, Spanish
Event Description: In this session, participants will learn how to differentiate between a policy manual and a contract, understand the legal rights of a contract, learn how to enforce a contract, and obtain tips on developing a policy manual. By the end of this session, providers will be able to:
Articulate the difference between a contract and a policy manual
Understand how a contract protects your business
Identify several key policies for your policy manual and contract
Registration Link Coming Soon
Office Hours on Development and implementation of Incidental Medical Services (IMS) Plans
Training Type: Online Training
Language(s) Offered: Spanish
Event Description: Why Administer Medications at Child Care? Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and ensure your childcare setting is fully prepared to support all children, regardless of their medical needs. Sign up today to gain practical insights and take away a comprehensive example IMS Plan you can adapt for your own use!
Registration is open to those who attended the Inclusion of Children with Medical Conditions training on September 5.
Managing Business Finances
Training Type: Webinar
Language: Spanish, English, Simplified Chinese
Event Description: In this session, participants will learn how to manage their business finances by creating a budget, tracking expenses, and creating a cash flow and profit and loss statement. By the end of this session, participants will be able to know how to create a budget. How to create a cash flow statement. Understand how to create a Profit and Loss statement. And identify a software or accounting system that works for them.
Tuition Assistance Info Session
Training Type: Online Training
Language: English & Spanish
Event Description: Join us for an informative session focused on our Tuition Assistance Benefit. This session will provide valuable information regarding the Benefit including eligibility requirements and how to apply. Whether you are currently enrolled in school or interested in going back to school, attending this session will equip you with essential information on how this resource can significantly support your academic pursuits. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn about the diverse ways in which our Tuition Assistance program can empower your work as a family child care provider and support you on your educational journey. We look forward to seeing you there!
Office Hours on Development and implementation of Incidental Medical Services (IMS) Plans
Training Type: Online Training
Language: English
Event Description:
Why Administer Medications at Child Care? Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and ensure your childcare setting is fully prepared to support all children, regardless of their medical needs. Sign up today to gain practical insights and take away a comprehensive example IMS Plan you can adapt for your own use!
Registration: is open to those who attended the Inclusion of Children with Medical Conditions training on September 5.
ELCC Application Launches
Training Type: Intensive
Language: English, Spanish
Event Description: Application for intensive participants launches.
Application Link Coming Soon
Inclusion of Children with Medical Conditions
Training Type: Webinar
Language(s) Offered: English, Spanish
Event Description: Discover the vital importance of including children with medical needs in your family child care home. In this insightful session, we'll dive into the legal requirements for creating an inclusive environment and explore how health and safety guidelines shape your practices. Learn the essential processes for caring for children with unique medical needs, and understand the critical differences between a medication plan and an Incidental Medical Services Plan, as mandated by Community Care Licensing. Join us to ensure your child care home is welcoming, compliant, and ready to provide exceptional care for all children.
Register Here
Introducing Office Hours with the CCPU Training Fund
Training Type: Online Training
Language(s) Offered: English, Spanish
Event Description: This coffee chat will introduce you to our office hours, explain how they work, and provide valuable information on how to utilize them after completing each training. Don’t miss this opportunity and to connect with fellow child care providers.
Tuition Assistance Info Session
Training Type: Online Training
Location: TBD
Event Description: Join us for an informative session focused on our Tuition Assistance Benefit. This session will provide valuable information regarding the Benefit including eligibility requirements and how to apply. Whether you are currently enrolled in school or interested in going back to school, attending this session will equip you with essential information on how this resource can significantly support your academic pursuits. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn about the diverse ways in which our Tuition Assistance program can empower your work as a family child care provider and support you on your educational journey. We look forward to seeing you there!
Introduction to the Field of Early Childhood Education
Training Type: In Person Training
Location: SEIU 521
Event Description: Join this session to explore the theories and principles of developmentally appropriate practice in early learning environments. We'll focus on building positive relationships, fostering constructive adult-child interactions, effective program planning, and teaching strategies. Topics will range from the historical origins of early childhood programs to modern curriculum models. We'll also delve into the evolution of professional practices, including advocacy, ethical considerations, and career pathways.
Technical Assistance Peer Mentor Application Languages
Description: At the CCPU Training Fund, we recognize that family child care educators hold the most valuable knowledge when it comes to the work we do. It is through the sharing of such knowledge, practices, and experiences that we believe our community will thrive. Our Technical Assistance Peer Mentorship Program aims to bridge the gap that providers face between their businesses and technology to bring vital access to transform the family child care sector. If invited to become a Technical Assistance Mentor, you will serve as a temporary, part-time employee of the CCPU Training Fund and will lead fellow childcare educators in key technological areas connected to their professional and business development needs and growth. You will join a vibrant mentorship network composed of small cohorts that are provider-led and staff supported, engaging in learning, connecting, sharing, and power-building together across California.
Tech Benefit: August Office Hours
Training Type: Online Training
Language(s) Offered: English, Spanish
Event Description: Family child care providers requiring technical assistance are welcome to register for our office hours Zoom sessions. Our monthly office hours session provides designated one-on-one private consultations to address questions and troubleshoot technical issues for CCPU programs and benefits.
IMPORTANT – Please read the following instructions below to participate in office hours: Please submit your question(s), method of contact, and preferred time frame for our team to provide personalized guidance and support. You will receive a confirmation with the time slot and zoom link for your one-on-one private consultation at your preferred method of contact. Register here
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