Achieve your CDA® Training Certification in Just One Year or Less: A Fast-Track Guide to Credential Success

September 25, 2024
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If you’re looking to boost your career and make a bigger impact in the lives of the little ones you teach, earning your Child Development Associate®(CDA) credential is a fantastic step forward. 

And guess what? 

You can earn the training required for the CDA® in just one year or less! Sounds too good to be true, right? Let’s explore how you can accomplish this and why choosing CCEI as your training partner might be the best decision you make this year.

Understanding the CDA

The CDA is a nationally recognized credential that demonstrates your expertise and commitment to early childhood education. It’s designed to help you elevate your skills and take your career to the next level. To earn the CDA, you’ll need to meet specific requirements, including education, experience and assessment.

Selecting the Right Training Program

The first step in earning your CDA credential is choosing a training program that fits your schedule and objectives. The CDA credentialing process involves completing 120 hours of professional training, gaining hands-on experience and passing an assessment. And programs like CCEI’s offer flexible online courses that can fit into your busy schedule. 

CCEI provides a streamlined and efficient pathway to obtaining your CDA. Our online, self-paced training program is specifically designed for busy professionals like you juggling obligations inside and outside the classroom. CCEI offers a comprehensive curriculum covering all 8 of the necessary subject matter early childhood education domains. You’ll receive high-quality content, valuable resources and support from our Education Coaches, who are also CDA Professional Development  Specialists™ and experts in the field.

Gaining Practical Experience 

In addition to your coursework, you’ll need practical experience. This means applying what you learn in real-world settings. Whether you’re currently working in a preschool or planning to volunteer, documenting your experiences and reflecting on how it impacts your professional growth is an important step toward your credential.

Preparing for the CDA Assessment

The CDA assessment involves a professional portfolio, a written exam and a verification visit. The portfolio showcases your work and accomplishments, the exam tests your knowledge and the verification visit involves an observer evaluating and documenting your teaching practices. CCEI provides guidance and resources to help you prepare for each of these steps, ensuring you’re confident and ready.

Why Choose CCEI?

In the ever-evolving field of early childhood education, staying current and enhancing your skills is essential.  With CCEI’s CDA certification training program, you’re not just checking a box—you’re building a rock-solid professional foundation and enhancing your personal capabilities. This program is designed to prepare you for a successful career in early childhood education, whether you remain in the classroom or pursue options such as director, curriculum developer, consultant and more.

If you’re excited about the prospect of earning your CDA credential in just one year or less if your schedule allows, and you want a program that supports you every step of the way, look no further than CCEI. Our expert-led training will help you achieve your goals and set you up for success.

So why wait? Start your journey toward earning your CDA training certification with CCEI today. Your future self—and the little ones you teach—will thank you!

 

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