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CDA Information
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 Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ is based on a core set of competency standards, which guide early care professionals as they work toward becoming qualified teachers of young children. Put simply, CDAs know how to nurture the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social development of children.
Preschool (Center-Based)
A center-based preschool setting is a state-approved child development center where a Candidate can be observed working with a group of at least eight children, all of whom are aged 3 through 5 years old. In addition, a center-based program must have: (1) at least 10 children enrolled in the program (not necessarily in the Candidate's group), and (2) at least two caregivers working with the children on a regular basis.
Infant/Toddler (Center-Based)
A center-based infant-toddler setting is a state-approved child development center where a Candidate can be observed working with a group of at least three children, all of whom are under age 3. In addition, a center-based program must have: (1) at least 10 children enrolled in the program (not necessarily in the Candidate's group), and (2) at least two caregivers working with the children on a regular basis.
Our CDA Instructor, Consuella L. Carter, Ed.S is a BftS (Bright from the Start) approved, Designation III Trainer. Her curriculum for the CDA 120 hours of coursework is BftS (Bright from the Start) approved as well.
Payment of $740.00 must be paid before the first day of class/ no refunds.
Cost includes Competency Book, organization of portfolio, and BftS (Bright from the Start) approved courses. All other materials, including CDA application fees are the responsibility of the candidate. Visit decalscholars.com for information on CDA scholarships.
Visit the CDA Council official website for complete information on the CDA (Child Development Associate) (https://www.cdacouncil.org/about/cda-credential)
Visit the Georgia Dept. of Early Care and Learning BftS (Bright from the Start) website for complete information on scholarships and incentives pertaining to the CDA credential (https://www.decalscholars.com)- Our CDA program does qualify for incentives and scholarships offered through the Georgia Dept. of Early Care and Learning.