MINNESOTA: CDA Application Fee and Training Reimbursement

Are you an early childhood educator in Minnesota looking to advance your career? This program helps early childcare educators in Minnesota pay for the required training, application, and renewal fees of the nationally recognized Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential™. 

📌 Who is eligible for this grant?

✅ You hold a current Minnesota Develop Individual Membership.

✅ You are employed or volunteer at a licensed or license-exempt early childhood program at the time the CDA was/will be received. Employment must be verified on a Develop Learning Record.

📌 What does the grant cover?

✅ CDA Training is reimbursed at the rate of $5 per hour up to $600 for the initial CDA training and $225 for renewal training. 

✅ Application Fee 

• The grant will cover $300 for the initial CDA application fee (you pay the balance).
• The program will cover $75 for the renewal application fee (you pay the balance). 

💡 FYI

• Training required for a CDA must appear as verified on a Develop CDA Learning Record under the approved training section.
• You must receive an initial CDA or renewal certificate within one year of the beginning of the application round.
• Reimbursement cannot be awarded to anyone who has utilized another grant for CDA expenses or if your employer pays for training and application expenses as a staff benefit.

📌 Is this the grant for you?

If you meet the eligibility requirements, click on the blue "I am interested" button and we'll send you an email letting you know how to apply.