The Benefits of Earning a Child Development Associate Credential Expand your career options and lay the groundwork for a successful future with the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Here's why it matters! The CDA is a big commitment but it is not without a great reward. Once you have o... CDA Certification
Attention child care providers in Virginia!! Earning your CDA Credential is the best way to advance your career in the field of early childhood education. The CDA can be used to advance your level on the Virginia Career Pathways for Early Childhood and Out-of-School Time Practitioners.... Virginia Providers and the CDA
So, you’re thinking about becoming an early childhood educator, but you don’t know where to begin. The first thing we should do is define preschool. Preschool is an early childhood education program for children between the age of two and five. As a pre-kindergarten... Becoming an Early Childhood Educator
Getting a CDA helps you provide high-quality care for young children and shows that you have the knowledge and skills to work well with children, families, and coworkers. Second, many states and organizations that accredit teachers need teachers to have their CDA to work in certain positions. You... CDA Renewal
National Massachusetts Day is on August 17! Did you know that Massachusetts is the most populous state in New England? Massachusetts is also rich in American history. In 1620 the Mayflower arrived at Cape Cod carrying the Pilgrims. These people were escaping religious persecution in England and crea... National Massachusetts Day
Maryland Child Care Teacher qualifications Providers in Maryland looking to qualify as a childcare teacher must complete 90 hours of early childhood education coursework. These are 2 separate courses, 45 hours in child growth and development and 45 hours in curriculum in the age group the individua... Maryland Child Care Teacher qualifications
With a new school year approaching, many individuals may be rethinking their future careers and considering a career in early childhood education. Working with young children is one of the most rewarding jobs available today because you can help build a child's early learning foundatio... Early Childhood Education for Teachers
Quality afterschool programs provide a safe, nurturing place of supervision for school-age children where there are opportunities to reinforce learning from school, teach social skills and encourage good citizenship. Being involved in an afterschool program helps youth avoid unsafe situations and be... School Age Programs
Requirements for Nevada providers As per Nevada Child Care Regulations NAC432A Services and Facilities for Care of Children, all caregivers working in licensed child care facilities are required to complete specific initial courses of training in child care in order to work with young children. The... Requirements for Nevada providers
The 90-Hour Certificate FAQs What is the 90-Hour Certificate? The MSDE Office of Child Care requires all lead teachers working in a child care center to have the 90-Hour Certificate, a pre-service program that equips teachers in teaching children in the classroom. The certification ... The 90-Hour Certificate FAQs