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Child Development Program

Child Development Program

Associate Credential - CDA

The Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is nationally recognized credential awarded by the Council for Professional Recognition in Washington, D.C. This optional program is intended to be a starting point for education and professional recognition.
NOTE: The JSCC Child Development Program provides the educational portion of this credential utilizing three of the associate degree program's courses to meet specific CDA professional criteria.

The JSCC Child Development courses are:

  • CHD 100 - Introduction to Early Care
  • CHD 204 - Materials and Methods for Teaching
  • CHD 206 - Children's Health and Safety

If you are considering CDA, please click here for more information.

FYI - There is a $325.00 application fee payable to the Council for Professional Recognition upon completion of the educational component and other required assignments found in the Candidate's Booklet (around $20) you order from the council.

For more CDA information and materials contact:
The Council for Professional Recognition Telephone - 800-424-4310 or Visit the Council website at: http://www.cdacouncil.org