Building the supply of affordable, quality in-home childcare
TIFFAN trains and supports nanny, family, friend and neighbor childcare providers so more families can access safe, nurturing, and affordable care in their homes.
The Institute for Families and Nannies (TIFFAN) is a San Francisco-based nonprofit that builds the supply of affordable, quality in-home childcare through job training and pathways to higher education for home-based childcare providers.
Our programs help caregivers gain essential skills, create professional portfolios, and connect to better jobs while supporting children's health, safety, and development.
Every day, thousands of women devote their lives to childcare, and at TIFFAN, we believe that effort should be recognized and supported.
Why Choose TIFFAN?
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Why Choose TIFFAN? 〰️
RECOGNIZED
CERTIFICATIONS
Earn high-quality credentials
that open doors in the childcare sector and set you apart in the job market.
Choose from interactive in-person workshops or flexible online courses, all tailored to your needs and designed for real-world challenges.
PERSONALIZED TRAINING
MENTORSHIP
AND ONGOING SUPPORT
Benefit from continuous guidance by experienced mentors committed to helping you overcome challenges and grow.
SUPPORTIVE
COMMUNITY
Join over 375 childcare providers, share experiences, and build relationships that drive your success.
Transform your career today
Join the program that empowers women like you to achieve professional success.
DISCOVER OUR COURSES
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DISCOVER OUR COURSES 〰️
NANNY PRO
IN PERSON TRAINING
A hands-on training program with live workshops and expert mentorship to help you build a strong portfolio, master interviews, and secure a well-paying childcare job with personalized career guidance.
NANNY PRO
ONLINE TRAINING
A online program designed to help you gain the skills, confidence, and tools needed to stand out in the childcare job market and secure a great position.
ONLINE TRAINING
Gain the essential training every caregiver needs
Prevent risks, respond to emergencies, and keep children safe at home and on the go.
Build trust and advance your career.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Have Questions? We’ve Got Answers
We understand that choosing a course is an important decision.
To help, here are answers to some of the most common questions about our programs.
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You can pay as you go! Our online course is as low as $33 monthly for 6 months or
$49.75 over 4 months. Nanny-Pro in-person is as low as $63 monthly for 6 months or
$95 monthly for 4 months
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Yes – Limited scholarships are available .
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At the end of this course, you will have a beautifully designed Nanny Portfolio to help you find
work professionally.
This includes information, resources, and templates to:
● Create a professional resume and personal statement
● Source 3 reference letters having important information about your character and work
● Obtain vaccination records required to care professionally for children
● Obtain your driving record (if you have a driving license)
● Learn the process to successfully find a nanny position
● Prepare for and to interview professionally with parents
● Know the essential employment laws and benefits for nannies
● Learn what goes into a nanny contract and how to negotiate for this
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CPR/First Aid certification training for 6 hours in person is available for an additional $75 fee.
Trustline Registry application and fingerprinting is available for an additional $140.
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We want you to be successful! In the Nanny-Pro course you will get a weekly homework
assignment. In 30 minutes or less, using TIFFAN designed templates and information,
you’re done and on the way to a better job!
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You will learn how to setup the house to keep kids safe, how to prepare healthy meals
for kids, create disaster plan and handle medical emergencies; how to keep kids safe in
the parks, playgrounds, on the bus, and in the car. You will learn this based on the
child’s age and family style.
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You can complete Nanny-Pro in 4 weeks and the online courses in 8-weeks.
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Nanny Pro: You will receive the TIFFAN Certificate of Achievement as a Professional Nanny, validating your training and skills in childcare.
Health & Safety: You will receive the TIFFAN Certificate of Achievement in Basic Health & Safety, demonstrating your expertise in first aid, risk prevention, and child safety.
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A full refund is offered if you cancel at least 48 hours prior to the start of the program.
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Classes are offered in English with Spanish language teachers and mentors available. All
handout materials are available in both languages.
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If you enroll in the in-person program, you will receive two extra hours of personalized support to help you make the most of your training.
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Yes! We offer mentorship support for $30/hour, providing you with personalized guidance and assistance throughout the program.
Our Trusted Partners
Working together to shape the future of childcare and empower every caregiver.
Job Train Works
National Association for Education of the Young Child
San Francisco Dept. of Early Childhood
Palo Alto Community Foundation
San Mateo County Office of Education
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
International Nanny Association