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Degrees, certificates, licences, apprenticeships and micro-credentials — with the provider, the occupations each leads to, and the Credential Transparency Identifier where one is published. Or browse a state or partner library.
Certificate
Child Development Associate (CDA)
Keystone College
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The Child Development Associate Credential is a nationally recognized credential administered by the National Council for Professional Recognition Programs in Washington D.C. The credential requires the creation of a professional portfolio and is offered to individuals employed in early child care f …more
- PA
Certificate
Child Development Associate (CDA) Education Certificate
County College of Morris
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- NJ
- 3 occupations
- CIP 13.1209
Certificate
Child Development Associate (CDA) Pathways
Massasoit Community College
This program introduces students to the CDA (Child Development Associate) Competency standards, designated by the Council for Professional Recognition. Students enhance their knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and curriculum for children birth through age eight. Specific focus includ …more
- MA
Certificate
Child Development Associate Certificate
Dakota College at Bottineau
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- ND
Certificate
Child Development Associate Certificate
James A. Rhodes State College
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The successful completion of the three-course Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate prepares students for the national assessment/evaluation online test. These classes may be used toward an associate degree for candidates choosing to continue beyond the CDA certificate.
- OH
Certificate
Child Development Associate Credential
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
The Early Childhood Education program at Cincinnati State prepares early childhood educators with the content knowledge and skills required to care for and educate young children. The Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate program offers the courses required by the Council for Professional Re …more
- OH
Certificate
Child Development Associate Credential Program
North Idaho College
The Child Development Associate (CDA) credential program is intended for individuals preparing to work in early care and education settings who wish to gain further knowledge and expertise in the field. The CDA Credential is the minimum educational standard required for employment in Head Start/ Ear …more
- ID
Certificate
Child Development Associate Preparation
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
The Early Childhood Care and Education CDA Preparation TCC (Child Development Associate Preparation) program is a three course sequence of courses designed to prepare students for the Child Development Associate national credential issued by the Council for Professional Recognition (out of Washingto …more
- GA
Certificate
Child Development Associate Short-Term Technical Certificate
Clark State College
Certificate (CDA) is the first step toward working and teaching children birth through 5 years old. Students will complete four courses to ensure they acquire the understanding, content knowledge, and skill to teach young children. Students also complete observation hours in a designated focus area …more
- OH