YMCA Health and Safety Training Grant: A Valuable Opportunity for Childcare Providers (Updated 2025)
If you’re a childcare provider in San Diego County, you may be eligible for free or reduced-cost CPR, First Aid, and Preventative Health Practices training through the YMCA Health and Safety Training Grant. This grant is designed to help providers meet California’s EMSA training requirements while reducing out-of-pocket costs.
At A-B-CPR & First Aid Training Inc., we proudly accept YMCA Training Access Codes for qualifying courses, making it easier for you to stay compliant and confident in emergency care situations.
What Is the YMCA Childcare Training Grant?
The Health and Safety Training Grant from the YMCA Childcare Resource Service offers Training Access Codes to eligible applicants. These codes cover part—or all—of the cost for state-mandated CPR, First Aid, and Preventative Health courses.
This initiative is funded to support the requirements set by AB243 and is processed on a first-come, first-served basis while funds remain available.
Who Is Eligible?
You may qualify if you’re part of any of the following:
- Center-Based Childcare Programs: One director, one assistant director, and one teacher per classroom
- Licensed Family Child Care Providers: The licensee, co-licensee, and up to two assistants/helpers
- TrustLine Providers: License-exempt caregivers listed on the TrustLine registry
Each individual must submit their own application, and all applications must be correctly completed to be considered.
Where Can You Use Your YMCA Training Access Codes?
Your access codes can only be used at contracted EMSA training organizations, such as A-B-CPR & First Aid Training Inc. We are proud to partner with the YMCA to offer approved Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and Preventative Health training for:
- Licensed family childcare providers
- Preschool and daycare centers
- TrustLine-approved caregivers
How to Apply
To apply for the YMCA CPR and First Aid Training Grant:
Read the full grant guidelines:
👉 YMCA Health and Safety Training Grant Guidelines (PDF)
Complete the online application:
Applications must be submitted individually. Incomplete or incorrect forms may delay processing.
Wait for your access code:
Applications are processed in the order received, pending funding availability. Once approved, you’ll receive your code and a list of approved training providers.
Schedule your training with A-B-CPR:
Use your access code when booking your Pediatric First Aid, CPR, or Preventative Health Practices class.
Why Choose A-B-CPR for Your EMSA-Approved Training?
- Trusted Since 1998: Over 25 years serving the San Diego community
- Two Convenient Locations: Mission Valley and Oceanside
- EMSA-Approved Courses: Our training meets all state requirements
- Friendly, Certified Instructors: Highly qualified team with a passion for teaching
- Hands-On & Hybrid Options: Flexible formats to fit your schedule
Book Your EMSA-Approved Childcare Training Today
If you’ve received your YMCA Training Access Code and are ready to book your training, A-B-CPR is here to help. We offer Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and Preventative Health Practices training aligned with California’s childcare licensing requirements.
