Proven, collaborative, and comprehensive

The THRIVE PATHWAY INSTITUTE© is an acclaimed training system that strengthens coaches’ understanding of business operations, equips them to with adult learning best practices, and enhances their coaching techniques to deliver impactful guidance. 

We partner with government, philanthropic, and non-profit organizations to provide evidence-driven coaching tailored to child care businesses. Our expert-led certification equips professionals with the knowledge to coach deeply, building long-term capacity for those they support.

What is the Thrive Pathway Institute?©

THRIVE PATHWAY INSTITUTE© offers a variety of certifications to help child care business coaches develop strong, effective partnerships with providers. Attendees receive a handbook with links to relevant tools and resources, and annual certification grants access to exclusive resources for continued learning, a personalized certificate and LinkedIn badge, and more.

Our Thrive Pathway Institute© trainings cover an array of topics such as:

  • Budgeting and cashflow;

  • Marketing, pricing, and enrollment;

  • Recruiting and retaining staff;

  • Understanding business taxes and preparation; and

  • Growing a business.

Sign-ups are now live for various cohorts. Act fast – limited availability remaining!

Why Thrive?

Tailored Coaching Experience: Evidence-informed training that builds on individual strengths and specific skills.

Collaborative Learning and Networking: Thrive fosters collaboration, enabling growth through networking with a cadre of like-minded professionals.

Exclusive Certification: The only certification in the industry with up-to-date content and training throughout the year.

Continual Learning: We provide ongoing access to resources for continued knowledge expansion and peer networking beyond certification.

Deep Dive Coaching: Thrive Pathway Institute© is the only course offering "deep dive" trainings that can be latticed with other systems.

Testimonials From Satisfied Participants

  • “The presenters were encouraging, supportive and good listeners. They also challenged us and helped us to practice higher thinking around our coaching strategies.”

  • “I really appreciated the dialogue amongst everyone. The conversation about how we earn trust/get information from business owners was helpful.”

  • “This was such an incredible training. Presenters were awesome and the information was so relatable and applicable. We have tools and resources that we can apply immediately and ideas for new long-term goals.”

Thrive Pathway Institute© Coaching Certifications

Thrive Pathway Institute©
Core Business Coach Certification
Thrive Pathway Institute©
Tax Advisor Certification™
Thrive Pathway Institute©
Risk Mitigation Certification

Civitas Strategies' core training system designed for coaches who support businesses. This program focuses on increasing revenue, reducing costs, and mitigating risks while enhancing the confidence and consistency of business coaches.

Price: $4500

This program equips professionals with
the knowledge and tools to help child care
businesses save money on taxes, maximize compensation, and reduce audit risk. Using our patent-pending Thrive Pathway Tax Education System™, help child care business owners save an average of $7,600 in taxes annually.

Price: $4800
This certification explores strategies for
child care businesses to develop and refine
protocols that prevent accidents, plan for
emergencies, and avoid fines and lawsuits
through strong program policies, safety
procedures, staff training, and contingency
plans. Take your knowledge to the next level by learning how to identify and minimize key risks in child care operations. Certified coaches can help child care business owners save, on average $8,316 per provider per year.

Price: $4800
Thrive Pathway Institute©
Financial Planning Certification
Thrive Pathway Institute©
Lean Recruitment Certification™
Thrive Pathway Institute©
Compensation and Benefits Certification

In this program, participants will learn how
to assess the financial health of a business and
follow the Financial Empowerment Pathway to
develop goal-based financial plans. You’ll guide
providers toward their financial goals, whether it's
reducing debt, saving for retirement, or helping the next generation go to college. Certified coaches will save providers thousands of dollars on advisor fees and strengthen their individualized roadmap to success.

Price: $4800

Based on Gary Romano’s proven Lean Recruitment system this certification focuses on proven strategies for child care businesses to attract, interview, hire, and onboard staff members effectively.

Price: $4800
This certification explores various fringe benefits in child care, examining their functionalities and strategies for integration to help child care businesses attract and retain skilled personnel.

Price: $4800