09/29/2026
NEW PIN
🚨 IMPORTANT CHANGES FOR CHILD CARE IN CALIFORNIA
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) published PIN 26-11-CCP, providing information about changes resulting from AB 150, AB 152, and AB 190 affecting Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes.
🏠 Temporary Absences — Family Child Care Homes
A licensee may be temporarily absent for up to 20% of the facility's total hours of care in a calendar month. If the program continues operating, a qualified substitute adult must provide care. Written parent/guardian notification and documentation are also required.
💊 Medication Administration
The law now applies to all medications, not only inhaled medications.
📚 Mandated Reporter Training
The limited-English-proficiency exemption has been removed. Required individuals must complete Mandated Reporter Training and renew it every 2 years.
⛑️ Health & Safety Training
By October 1, 2027, Family Child Care Home licensees, staff providing care, and substitute adults must have at least 16 hours of Health & Safety Training (15 hours + 1 hour of nutrition) and maintain current Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR.
🎓 12 Hours of Continuing Education
Beginning October 1, 2027, required individuals must complete at least 12 hours of continuing education annually from Department-approved sources and retain proof of completion.
🚨 Emergency & Disaster Plan
Beginning January 1, 2027, programs must comply with the new Emergency and Disaster Plan requirements, including training and at least quarterly practice drills.
💻 Electronic Signatures & Payments — AB 152 (Chapter 26, Statutes of 2026)
When applicable and available, CDSS may allow electronic signatures and electronic payments for fees or civil penalties. Users are responsible for associated processing costs.
📅 KEY DATES:
January 1, 2027 — Emergency & Disaster Plan
October 1, 2027 — 16-hour Health & Safety Training + 12 annual Continuing Education hours
January 1, 2028 — Compliance with the Anaphylaxis Policy
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This information is provided by Child Care Business Institute (CCBI) for educational and informational purposes only and is based on CDSS PIN 26-11-CCP, published September 24, 2026. It is not legal advice and does not replace applicable laws, regulations, official CDSS/Community Care Licensing PINs or instructions, or guidance from your Licensing Program Analyst. Requirements and guidance may be updated. Always refer to current official information and contact your local Child Care Licensing Regional Office when appropriate. CDSS states that new information will be communicated to providers through future PINs.
Child Care Business Institute
Yessika Magdaleno
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