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CDA: Start Here

The Child Development Associate credential (CDA) is a national credential awarded by the Council for Professional Recognition to individuals who have successfully completed the CDA assessment process. Earning the CDA credential has many advantages, including motivating practitioners toward continuing education and providing a platform for professional and career opportunities in Early Childhood Development.

Read this helpful article from Better Kid Care: CDA Credential: A Catalyst to Professional Growth

CDA 2.0 is here! Get the details on CDA 2.0 here.

 

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Sample Curricula using Better Kid Care lessons to meet your formal education requirements

• CDA sample curriculum for Family Child Care.
  
• CDA sample curriculum for Infant/Toddler.
  
• CDA sample curriculum for Preschool.

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