FFN Pathways

You Care for Kids.
We Care for You.

Our FFN Pathways program offers free training and mentorship to license-exempt Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) child care providers, supporting their growth and the well-being of the children they care for.

How it Works

The program offers a three-part virtual training series and mentorship opportunities to help providers implement essential health and safety practices recommended by the state of California. A stipend is provided upon completion.

Completely optional: Providers who complete the training and are interested in getting their child care license can choose to continue with a second phase that offers guidance and mentorship through the licensing process. A stipend is provided upon completion.

Program Overview

Part One
(Training)

  • Three 2-hour webinars covering essential child care health and safety guidelines.

  • Professional development hours to support your growth.

  • Mentorship support throughout the program.

  • A $300 stipend upon completion of the training.

Part Two
(Path to Licensure - Optional)

  • One-on-one mentorship from an experienced provider to support you in obtaining your child care license at each step.

  • Freedom to pause and continue the program at any time.

  • A $700 stipend upon obtaining your license.

  • A free 1-year subscription to the Rayz Kidz app.

Applying to the Program

The CCPU Training Fund’s FFN Pathways Program has closed applications for its Riverside County cohort. The next opportunity will be in San Bernardino County this October.

We’re recruiting for 25-person pilot cohorts in three California counties, and applications will be available in English and Spanish when San Bernardino’s cohort opens.

If you’re a license-exempt provider in San Bernardino County who receives state subsidies to care for a relative, friend, or neighbor’s child, you may be eligible to apply!

Riverside Training Dates

  • Orientation: Thursday, September 11 from 6-7pm

  • Session 1: Wednesday, September 17 from 6-8pm

  • Session 2: Wednesday, October 1 from 6-8pm

  • Session 3: Wednesday, October 15 from 6-8pm

* Please note: you must attend all training dates to receive the stipend. And the training dates cannot be changed.

Need Support or Have Questions?

We’re here to help! Please email us at ffn@ccputrainingfund.org with any questions or concerns.

“I’m more organized, confident, and motivated to put what I’ve learned into practice.”

- Cohort Participant

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