Partner Programs

Overview

The CCPU Training Fund is thrilled to partner with trusted educational institutions and professional development opportunities tailored for California’s Family Child Care Providers. Each partnership is designed to help you grow your knowledge, advance your career, and provide the best possible care to the children you serve. Our Tuition Assistance program provides up to $5,000 per calendar year for eligible providers—so be sure to review the guidelines and take full advantage of these incredible resources.

General Eligibility

To access your Tuition Assistance benefit and participate in one of our Partner Programs you must ensure you meet the eligibility criteria:

  • Licensed or licensed-exempt

  • Cared for at least one subsidized child at any point within the past 12 months

  • Willing to offer care to subsidized children

  • Education sought must be professional development related to and in service of work as a Family Child Care provider; the content covered must be applicable to early childhood education or a business development.

  • The school you want to attend must be an accredited California-based higher education institution.

Review further details, FAQs and learn more on our Tuition Assistance page by clicking here.

Your commitment to continuous learning and professional development is admirable and essential to advancing early childhood education. We are here to provide unwavering support as you embark on this transformative educational endeavor. Thank you for your dedication—we look forward to supporting and empowering you along your educational journey.

Learn more about each of our Partner Programs using the quick links below:

A PROCESS OVERVIEW

5 Steps to Obtaining Tuition Assistance

1

Review Eligibility Criteria

General Eligibility is highlighted at the top of this page and specific eligibility requirements for each Partner Program is listed below. Be sure you meet the eligibility requirements before you begin the process of applying or enrolling.

2

Identify a Partner Program

Explore the offerings available and unique benefits of each of our Partner Programs below, then select the option that is the best fits your needs and academic aspirations.

3

Follow the Guidelines

Closely review and follow the guidelines included in the “Get Started” section of each Partner Program below. If you have any questions throughout the process, please review the FAQs or contact us, we’re here to support you.

4

Apply for Assistance

The process for receiving your benefit will vary based on your chosen program. Whether you’re interested in Reimbursement or Sponsorship, be sure to follow the guidelines regarding receiving your benefit below.

5

Receive Your Benefit

Your benefit will be awarded in the form of funds being sent directly to your school or distributed directly to you via bill.com or physical check.

UCLA Extension offers in-person and online courses in a wide range of subjects—from Accounting & Finance to Child Development. It’s a public continuing education institution based in Los Angeles, known for its flexible course formats and reputable instructors.

Key Benefits:

  • Broad selection of relevant courses

  • Flexible scheduling (online and/or in-person)

  • University-backed certification and continuing education credits

*Please Note: Eligible Family Child Care Providers must be licensed or licensed-exempt AND cared for at least one subsidized child within the last 12 months.

UCLA Extension

Program Overview:

    • Eligible Family Child Care Providers must be licensed or licensed-exempt AND cared for at least one subsidized child within the last 12 months.

    • Visit UCLA Extension to explore eligible courses in Accounting & Finance, Business, Child Development, Communications, Education, Legal Studies, Mathematics, and Writing.

    • For assistance with academic advising and support, please email advising@uclaextension.edu with 'SEIU' in the subject line. Alternatively, you can schedule an appointment directly through this link.

  • If you already have a UCLA Extension profile, you will need to associate that profile with our CCPU Training Fund group. Here are the instructions for associating your profile with our group. 

    • Log in to the Student Portal (If you do not remember your password, please use the forgot password button on the log-in page to generate an email with a link to create a new password)

    • Once logged in, select My Profile from the left-side menu

    • Once in your profile, either click Group Affiliations from the left-side menu or scroll down on the profile until you see Group Associations

    • Enter the Group # for SEIU (G003641) and click Add Group. Here is documentation to help.

    • Scroll to the bottom of the page and click the Save button.

Get Started with UCLA Extension:

EDvance provides a 3-year, online Early Childhood Education Bachelor’s Degree program specifically for Bay Area residents. If you’re looking to earn a degree that directly supports your work in early childhood education, EDvance may be the perfect fit.

Key Benefits:

  • Fully online bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

  • Tailored for residents of the Bay Area

  • Targeted support for working providers

*Please Note: This program is only available for Bay Area providers.

Program Overview:

    • This program is only available for Bay Area providers.

    • Review the EDvance homepage to explore their Early Childhood Education Bachelor’s Degree program.

  • Please Note: while the Spring EDvance cohort is full, we welcome you to check back in advance of the fall semester or learn about accessing funds through Sponsorship or Reimbursement below.

Get Started with EDvance College:

ed2go partners with many accredited colleges across California—such as Mt. San Jacinto College, Merced College, and more—to offer diverse online courses. It’s an excellent option if you’re seeking flexible, self-paced learning opportunities in various subject areas.

Key Benefits:

  • Wide range of online courses in multiple subject areas

  • Flexible start dates and self-paced study

  • Partnered with accredited institutions across California

*Please Note: Eligible Family Child Care Providers must be licensed or licensed-exempt AND cared for at least one subsidized child within the last 12 months.

Program Overview:

    • Eligible Family Child Care Providers must be licensed or licensed-exempt AND cared for at least one subsidized child within the last 12 months.

    • Select any course you’re interested in and click “Request Info” to share your contact details. An ed2go representative will guide you through enrollment.

Get Started with ed2go:

Pacific Oaks College, based in Pasadena, California, offers a wide variety of programs in education and human development. Through our partnership, you and your immediate family members can receive 25% off tuition fees.

Key Benefits:

  • 25% tuition discount for you and immediate family

  • Diverse program offerings in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, and more

  • Combination of in-person and online courses

*Please Note: Eligible Family Child Care Providers must be licensed or licensed-exempt AND cared for at least one subsidized child within the last 12 months.

Program Overview:

  • Eligible Family Child Care Providers must be licensed or licensed-exempt AND cared for at least one subsidized child within the last 12 months.

    • Once you explore the offerings, apply to Pacific Oaks College and enroll in your desired courses.

    • When enrolling, be sure to include the CCPU Training Fund as your affiliation for 25% off of your tuition fees.

Get Started with Pacific Oaks College:

MiraCosta College will offer 12 units in Child Development during 2025. These foundational courses, offered exclusively in Spanish, will help lay the groundwork for advanced Early Childhood Education studies.

Key Benefits:

  • Courses delivered entirely in Spanish

  • 12-unit foundational Child Development curriculum

  • Ideal for providers looking to build or enhance early childhood expertise

*Please Note: Eligible Family Child Care Providers must be licensed or licensed-exempt AND cared for at least one subsidized child within the last 12 months.

Program Overview:

  • The MiraCosta cohort is an annual program starting each January with the ability to learn more and enroll between August and December each year.

    • Please Note: Eligible Family Child Care Providers must be licensed or licensed-exempt AND cared for at least one subsidized child within the last 12 months.

    • The MiraCosta program will only be offered exclusively in Spanish and will provide 12 units total in Child Development during 2025.

    • The 12 units in Child Development form the foundation upon which further Early Childhood Education coursework is built.

    • The Child Development courses with the MiraCosta College cohort most likely are:

    • CHLD 105 Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children

    • CHLD 112 Child Growth and Development

    • CHLD 111 Programs for Infants and Toddlers

    • CHLD 106 Introduction to Curriculum in Early Childhood

    • CHLD 210 Child, Family, and Community

    • The application for MiraCosta’s 2025 cohort isn’t open yet. Check back soon or subscribe to our email list to stay informed.

    • Once applications open, apply to join the MiraCosta cohort, and then submit your Tuition Assistance application.

Get Started with MiraCosta College:

Next Steps and Additional Resources

To help you with your enrollment and funding process, we’ve included a few additional resources below. To learn about this benefit more broadly, review eligibility and further details, visit our Tuition Assistance page. Here you will learn how to apply for up to $5,000 in tuition support each year to help further your education.

We are always available to answer any questions you may have and are dedicated to ensuring that you maximize the benefits of the Tuition Assistance opportunity.

We encourage you to review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have another question or require additional assistance, we welcome you to contact us.