SNP CNIPS Training

School Nutrition Programs training information for the Child Nutrition Information and Payment System.

The Nutrition Services Division (NSD) is pleased to provide training resources to assist you with implementation of the Child Nutrition Information and Payment System (CNIPS).

The CDE CNIPS web page includes Frequently Asked Questions and updates on the system. In addition to the integrated help feature in the CNIPS, training videos and a comprehensive School Nutrition Programs (SNP) User Manual are available. For assistance, please contact the CNIPS Help Desk by phone at 800-952-5609, option 06 or by email at CNIPS@cde.ca.gov. You can also look up your county analyst from the School Nutrition Programs Specialist Directory web page.

Recorded Training

This training includes an introductory presentation and "how to" presentation videos for the key components of the CNIPS. The training videos are 5 to 15 minutes in length.

Introductory

Overview
Course Number: 690 - This video provides an overview of the CNIPS with focus on the SNP.
Logging On
Course Number: 600 - This video provides instructions on how to log onto the CNIPS, change your password, add a new user, and update your profile.
Application Packet
Course Number: 536 - This video provides instructions on how to start and complete your application packet and add a new site.

User Manual

SNP Sponsor User Manual (DOC; 11MB; Revised Dec-2010)

Questions: Help Desk | CNIPS@cde.ca.gov | 800-952-5609 Option 06

Last Reviewed: Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Trending in Nutrition

Recently Posted in Nutrition

Updates to School Nutrition Program Standards (added 15-Dec-2025)
Nutrition Services Division Management Bulletin.
2026–27 FFVP Request for Applications Available (added 12-Dec-2025)
The CDE NSD announces a grant opportunity for elementary schools to participate in the FFVP. The FFVP grant period is July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027. All eligible agencies, both current FFVP grantees and new applicants, must respond online to this RFA.
Governor Proclaims Emergency in Mono County (added 11-Dec-2025)
Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency in Mono County due to Pack Fire.
2025 SUN Bucks Data Upload Reminder (added 09-Dec-2025)
Reminder to LEAs to upload 2025 SUN Bucks eligibility data to EDCS by 12/31/2025.
Annual SNP Verification Requirements (added 09-Dec-2025)
Reminder to complete the annual SNP verification activities.

2025 KIT & Retention & Recruitment Grant RFA (added 04-Dec-2025)
2025 Kitchen Infrastructure and Training and Retention and Recruitment Grant Request for Application is now available.
Professional Standards in the SNP (added 04-Dec-2025)
This MB includes final rule flexibilities to the hiring standards for new School Nutrition Program directors in medium and large local educational agencies under the professional standards regulations for the National School Lunch Program.
Salad Bars in the School Nutrition Programs (added 18-Nov-2025)
Management Bulletin has been revised to update links to resources and contact information. Policy guidance has not changed for the School Nutrition Programs (SNP) and remains current.
Annual SNP Verification Requirements (added 17-Nov-2025)
Reminder to complete the annual SNP verification activities.
Learning Management System Account Setup (added 14-Nov-2025)
This new learning management system will be used as the primary venue for delivering training content to satisfy your annual mandatory training hours for Professional Standards and beyond. These webinars will assist with account setup and overview.