Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Certificate

Start your rewarding career in early childhood education and earn your Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate. Gain firsthand experience working directly with children in childcare settings, such as centers, preschools, and Head Start programs.

Build essential skills in child development and learning, classroom management, health and safety, as well as family and community support while making a difference in your community through this nationally-recognized credential.

Course Requirements

EDUC 105: Health & Wellness (3 Credits)
EDUC 107: Early Foundations (3 Credits)
EDUC 108: Language & Literacy I (3 Credits)

Fast Facts

The CDA certificate can be started in the spring, summer, or fall semester.
Enter the workforce quickly as CDA coursework can be completed in less than six months.
The CDA coursework is 100% online, allowing flexibility for students to fit instructor-led asynchronous classes in all schedules.
Supportive faculty and services are available to provide students with a clear pathway to a degree or teacher certification.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of hands-on practical skills.
The ˽��ֲ� Department of Education partners with the Northwest Early Childhood Education (ECE) Professional Development Organization (PDO) to provide grants to eligible students looking to earn their certificate at no cost, with full support every step of the way. Learn more about the eligibility requirements and apply on the Northwest ECEPDO Grant webpage.
Earn your degree faster and apply the nine credits earned in this certificate towards your major in Education.

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Build Your Future—Step by Step

Begin your educational journey by earning your CDA. Continue your journey seamlessly by earning your A.A. in Early Childhood Education (in person, online, or hybrid), transferring into a B.A. in Education, and becoming a certified teacher.
Receive Support Every Step of the Way

From your first class to your first classroom job, receive guidance as you build your professional portfolio through tutoring and academic support, career advising and job placement help, as well as personalized guidance from faculty.