First Steps — Family Childcare from Home
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First Steps is a 10-week program that gives you an inside look at the aspects you need to consider when starting a home childcare business and will help you to determine if it is the right business choice for you.
At the completion of the program, eligible participants may apply for a County of Riverside grant of $5,000.
The program will be a combination of in-person and online classes.
Week 1 | July 10 — In Person
- County grant overview
- Family childcare as a business
Week 2 | July 17 — Online
- Is childcare for me?
Week 3 | July 24 — In Person
- Requirements for a family home childcare license
Week 4 | July 31 — Online
- The licensing application process
Week 5 | August 7 — In Person
- Developing and organizing a structured childcare business
Week 6 | August 14 — Online
- Financial literacy with AmPac
Week 7 | August 21 — In Person
- Achieving success through effective communication
Week 8 | August 28 — Online
- Marketing for today’s home childcare business
Week 9 | September 4 — In Person
- The childcare home facility inspection
Week 10 | September 11 — In Person
- Policies and procedures for continuous compliance
- County grant overview
