About the
THRIVE PATHWAY SCHOLARSHIPS
For Family Child Care Coaching Professionals
As part of our Statewide Family Child Care Network initiative with the Texas Workforce Commission, Civitas Strategies is pleased to offer 20 exclusive scholarships for the Thrive Pathway© Core Business Coach Certification program. It focuses on increasing revenue, reducing costs, and mitigating risks while enhancing the confidence and consistency of business coaches. This intensive 3-day training is valued at $3,500 per participant and is specifically designed to strengthen the business coaching skills of professionals supporting Family Child Care (FCC) providers through a 1-year certification. Application Deadline: March 27, 2026
Who We Are Looking For
Willing to provide business coaching to FCC providers in Texas
We seek nominations for coaches who are:
Committed to completing the full 3-day certification program
Ready to implement the Thrive Pathway© methodology into practice
Committed to demonstrating ongoing professional development
Why This Matters
The Thrive Pathway© Core Business Coach Certification will equip coaching professionals with:
Research-based coaching methodologies proven to increase FCC business revenue and sustainability
Specialized tools and frameworks for addressing the unique challenges FCC providers face
Advanced techniques for helping providers reduce costs, mitigate business risks, and improve quality
Standardized coaching approaches that ensure consistent, high-impact support across your network
Professional credentials that enhance your team's expertise and credibility
Capacity-Building Benefits for Organizations
Investment in this certification will:
Strengthen your network's impact by providing coaches with cutting-edge business support methodologies
Enhance coach confidence and effectiveness when working with FCC providers on complex business challenges
Standardize coaching quality across your team using research-proven approaches
Increase coach retention through valuable professional development opportunities
Position your network as a leader in evidence-based FCC business support
Create peer learning opportunities with certified coaches from networks across Texas
Scholarship Recipients
Selected coaches will receive:
Full scholarship covering the 3-day certification program
All training materials and resources
Ongoing support for implementation
Access to a network of certified coaches across Texas
Professional certification credentials