Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate of Proficiency - Degree Plan

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10 Hrs

(Students taking 12 credit hours per semester can complete this certificate in 1 semester)

Child Development Associate Training, known as CDA Training is available at NWACC. The courses ensure that CDA candidates will be prepared for assessment by the CDA council for professional recognition, which is the national organization that awards CDA credentials to candidates.

The following sequence of courses provides preparation for assessment for the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA). Students must be employed in an approved early childhood program and working at least 30 hours per week with children of the appropriate age for CDA credential sought.

Early Childhood Core (10 Hours)

Possible Placement Requirements

These courses are for developing college level skills.

NWACC strongly recommends that students enroll in English and math preparatory courses within the first two semesters.

These hours will not fulfill any degree requirements at NWACC. These courses will not transfer to a four year institution.