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Offers advice for Local Education Agencies that want to prepare high school students for a career in early childhood education by using existing CTE Programs of Study to help students obtain a nationally recognized CDA credential.
What is the CDA®? The Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential™ is the most widely recognized credential in early childhood education (ECE) and is a key stepping-stone on the path of career advancement in ECE. The CDA credential is based on a core set of competency standards, which guide early care professionals as
Locate online child care training courses to complete state-mandated training requirements, professional development, CDA Training and CDA Renewal requirements. Visit the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension webpage to learn more.
The Council for Professional Recognition has long been a leader in quality in early childhood education, ensuring that educators meet the highest standards of competence and professionalism through the Child Development Associate® (CDA) credential.
CDA Credenti aling Process Overview Step 3 Within six months before application Step 2 Within three years before application Step 1 Anytime before application Minimum of high school diploma/GED or enrolled in a high school career and technical program* 120 hours of education in 8 Subject Areas
A quick reference for CDA forms is now available. Click the "resources" tab and "forms library". The quick reference will be listed under the 'General forms' area.
Candidates applying for an initial CDA Credential are required to purchase a CDA Competency Standards book in the setting of their work with children. The CDA Competency Standards books gives Candidates a detailed guide through the CDA credentialing process and requirements.
