You can use YourCDA to apply for your first CDA or to renew a current or expired CDA.
If you are applying online and would like also like to take your CDA exam on a computer (and earn $50!), click here to learn more.
To use YourCDA, please have the following:
Initial CDA:
- a valid email address
- your Director's email address
- your CDA Advisor's ID number (What is this?)
How to Apply Online for an Initial CDA
CDA Renewal:
- a valid email address
- your ECE Reviewer's valid email address
How to Apply Online for a CDA Renewal
Please Remember:
- You can only check your application status online if you are applying online.
- You can submit the application anytime.
- The credentialing process can take up to 90 days, so please plan accordingly.
- Filling out your CDA application can take some time, but you can always save and continue later.
Why Apply Online?
- Check your status anytime (only if you are applying online)
- Receive and submit your Advisor and Director or ECE Reviewer recommendation letter electronically
- Pay the online fee electronically (you can pay via credit card, check, money order, or agency scholarship)
- Communicate quickly with the Council
- Get automatic updates as to where you are in the process
Solutions to Common Problems
TECHNICAL TIPS:
- You need to disable the pop-up blocker in your internet browser for the YourCDA registration process
- Please add yourcda @ yourcda.org to your email contacts to ensure CDA notifications arrive in your inbox
