Great News: CDA Renewal Amnesty is Back!

January 22, 2025

As part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the CDA, the Council is again offering a CDA Renewal Amnesty Program. This limited-time opportunity begins on February 1, 2025, and allows anyone with a CDA credential expiration date as far back as January 1, 2020, to complete the renewal process and make their credential active again.

To be eligible, you must meet all current renewal requirements and apply online, using YourCouncil. Click here to learn how to access your account.

The program starts on February 1, 2025, and ends on July 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST. All applications and payments ($125) must be submitted online by July 31, 2025 (11:59 PM EST). No exceptions or extensions will be granted. Visit the Renewal Amnesty page to learn more and get answers to frequently asked questions.

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