EduFirst would like to commend you for the decision to embark on your CDA journey. Our CDA training meets the core competencies outlined by the Child Development Associate (CDA) National Credentialing Program and has been Bright from the Start approved. This training package includes all 120 hours of training, including the opportunity to earn 12 IACET CEUs. In addition, participants will receive The CDA Prep Guide, CDA Professional Resource Binder, CDA Application Packet, assistance with developing competency goal statements, and completing the application packet. When registration is completed, you will be given a login ID and password to access our e-Learning Professional Education Center. Adding to the quality and convenience of our flexible online CDA training, you will have one year from the official enrollment date to finish the program. If you fail to complete the course within the given time frame of one year, an additional fee of $149 will be incurred for a six month course extension.

We offer:

• 120+ hours (12 CEUs) of certified online self-paced training (annual subscription)
• Available in both English and Spanish
• Accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Mentoring support and coaching
• Access to online resources to assist you with your Resource Portfolio
• Student records management and reporting
• CEU record keeping through our IACET approved CEU provider
• Help Desk and Technical Support (toll free 800.261.6248)
• Unlimited access to course for one (1) year

This user-friendly courseware is evenly distributed among the eight content areas, covering a wide range of topics:

• Advancement of Physical and Intellectual Development
• Commitment to Professionalism
• Effective Program Operation
• Enhancement of Social and Emotional Development
• Observing and Recording Progress and Behavior of Children
• Positive Relationships with Families
• Principles of Child Growth and Development
• Safe and Healthy Environment

Each course contains one multiple-choice quiz. Students must pass all quizzes with a score of 70% or better to successfully complete this program. After passing each quiz, students will be given instructions to print their certificate of completion.

Enrollment Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED and submit documentation as proof
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Must have access to a computer, printer, and JavaScript-enabled Internet Web browser
• Must have a valid e-mail address

Recommended Resources:

How to Earn a CDA CDA Application Packets CDA Competency Standards

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