programs

Infant-Toddler Care Workshop Series

TIFFAN and PITC Regional Support Network are teaming up to offer a FREE Infant-Toddler Care Workshop Series for Nannies, Family, Friends, and Neighbor childcare providers! Whether you’re a grandparent or auntie providing care for your loved one, or a nanny providing care for your employer’s child, this series of ten 2-hour monthly workshops offers an opportunity to explore and learn on diverse topics related to the importance of caring for infants and toddlers. This course will provide a practical foundation in early learning and child development for all childcare providers. Currently, we offer this program to home-based childcare providers living in the City of Mt. View or working for families in the City of Mt. View. We will offer training commencing September 2024, online on Saturdays from 10 am - 12 pm (pst), and offered in English and Spanish!

Training Dates

March 16, 2024: Understanding Infant-Toddler Development

April 13, 2024: Early Brain Development and Responsive Relationships

May 18, 2024: Supporting Social-Emotional Development

June 15, 2024: Developmentally Appropriate Guidance and Discipline

August 2024 (TBD): Supporting Cognitive Development

September 2024 (TBD): Supporting Language Development

October 2024 (TBD): Supporting Perceptual and Motor Development

November 2024 (TBD): Creating Partnerships with Parents

December 2024 (TBD): Providing Culturally Responsive Care

Community College Certification

Certificate of Achievement in Nanny, Child, and Family Studies

Enroll in Foothill College’s Nanny and Family Studies program, a unique collaboration between TIFFAN and Foothill College, and earn a Certificate of Achievement in Nanny, Child, and Family Studies!

Home-based Childcare Providers Living or Working for Families in the City of Mt. View are eligible to receive a FULL SCHOLARSHIP to this program!

The curriculum adapts the National Association of the Education of the Young Child (NAEYC) Standards and Competencies to the unique work of a nanny.  The 20-unit ECE Certificate is designed as a level-based certification corresponding to the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) Pathway1. The certificate is aligned with the required courses and/or pathway to earn an associate degree that is recognized by the CA community college system; and the certificate allows the holder to obtain a child development teacher permit. As such it allows graduates to migrate in and out of any form of care as their needs and the childcare market needs change.

Paired with existing Child Development courses, Foothill College looks to raise the quality of care provided by nannies in private homes. We believe this education will allow professional nannies to advocate for themselves by achieving formal education that hasn’t been previously offered.

The Certificate coursework includes the following. Courses are offered each quarter and online in Zoom.

CHLD 1: Child Growth & Development (part 1)

CHLD 8: Child, Family & Community

CHLD 50D: Infant & Toddler Development & Care

CHLD 80A: Communication & Self-Reflection Practices For Nannies

CHLD 80B: Curriculum In The Home

CHLD 80C: Safety & Nutrition Of Young Children In The Home

CHLD 88B: Positive Behavior Management

• Scholarships and Financial Aid Available.

• Eligible students earn a stipend provided by the CA Early Care Stipend Program

Mentorship

After graduating from the Nanny-Pro program, you can enroll in TIFFAN’s mentorship program to learn critical skills necessary to become educators, mentors, and role models. You will have the opportunity to co-facilitate workshops and weekly office hours, getting you hands-on experience to support you in the workforce.

You will get the unique chance to provide new students with a variety of responsibilities from tech support to language and translation, and coaching them through resume writing, certifications and background checks. Grow your leadership skills and become an active support system and role model for Nanny-Pro students!