The #early-childhood-education field offers a rewarding #career path, but ongoing professional #development is crucial for success. Earning the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential is a significant accomplishment that demonstrates your dedication to the well-being and development of young children. In Oregon, the CDA offers a multitude of benefits for child care providers, along with the convenience and support of training through ChildCareEd.
Boost Your Career Prospects
The CDA Credential signifies a strong foundation in child development best practices. It opens doors to leadership positions within child care centers, as Oregon requires directors to have a minimum of Step 9 on the Oregon Registry. The CDA conveniently positions you at Step 7, a significant advancement that demonstrates your commitment to the field.
Qualify for More Opportunities
The CDA fulfills the educational requirements for various teaching roles in Oregon. Whether you work with infants, #toddlers, #preschoolers, or school-aged children, the CDA demonstrates your qualifications as a Teacher or Head Teacher in your chosen age group.
Gain Valuable Knowledge and Skills
The CDA training process equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to create high-quality learning environments for young children. Through coursework and practical experience, you'll gain expertise in child development, curriculum planning, and effective teaching strategies. This translates to a more confident and capable approach to your daily interactions with children.
Invest in Your Success with ChildCareEd
ChildCareEd offers a comprehensive CDA training program designed to support you throughout the process. Their flexible online format provides the convenience you need to fit training around your busy schedule. Additionally, ChildCareEd boasts exceptional support services, including #free resources, ensuring you have everything you need to succeed.
ChildCareEd’s CDA online classes are offered in a self-paced format. This provides an ease of use that can be accessed from anywhere at any time for easy and convenient learning.
In addition, ChildCareEd offers:
- CDA resources to assist in the development of your portfolio.
- To support learners with various needs and from all cultures and backgrounds, ChildCareEd offers online training in over 40 different text #languages.
- ChildCareEd has created the CDA Club - Peers & PD Specialists, a public Facebook group where you can connect with like-minded individuals, access valuable resources, and stay informed about the latest updates.
Earning the CDA Credential is an investment in your professional #growth-and the future of #early-childhood education By taking this important step, you demonstrate your commitment to providing children with the best possible start in life. With ChildCareEd's support, achieving your CDA can be a smooth and rewarding journey.