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The CDA Exam
03/21/2024The CDA (Child Development Associate) Exam is a component of the CDA Credentialing process administered by the Council for Professional Recognition. It assesses candidates' knowledge and understanding of key concepts and principles related to #early-childhood-education and #development. ChildCa... The CDA Exam
Keeping Children Safe: The Importance of Pediatric First Aid and CPR Training for Childcare Providers
04/11/2024As a childcare provider, you have one of the most important and rewarding jobs imaginable - caring for and educating the next generation. With this responsibility, however, comes the need to be prepared for any #emergency situation that may arise. Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not just a... Keeping Children Safe: The Importance of Pediatric First Aid and CPR Training for Childcare Providers
What is the process for obtaining a CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential?
03/21/2024The process for obtaining a CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential involves several steps. ChildCareEd has developed a number of free resources to support participants in each step of their journey of obtaining the CDA Credential. Determine Eligibility: Review the eligibility requirem... What is the process for obtaining a CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential?
What is the CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential?
03/21/2024The CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential is a nationally recognized credential in the United States for professionals working in the field of #early-childhood-education. It is administered by the Council for Professional Recognition. The CDA Credential is designed to assess and recognize the... What is the CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential?
What are the different types of CDA (Child Development Associate) Credentials?
03/21/2024The Council for Professional Recognition offers several types of CDA (Child Development Associate) credentials, each tailored to specific age groups and settings. The different types of CDA credentials include: Infant-Toddler CDA: This credential is designed for individuals who work with childr... What are the different types of CDA (Child Development Associate) Credentials?
Get Free Child Care Training in Maryland
04/09/2024Learn how to use the Maryland Child Care Credential Program and MSDE Training Reimbursement to get #free childcare training with certificates in Maryland. Are you looking for free online childcare training with certificates in Maryland? Keep reading to learn how you can use the childcare ... Get Free Child Care Training in Maryland
Mastering Telephone Etiquette: A Guide for Child Care Professionals
04/08/2024In today's fast-paced world, communication remains the cornerstone of effective childcare facilities. Amidst the hustle and bustle of daily activities, the telephone serves as a vital link between caregivers, #parents, and the community at large. Answering the telephone may seem like a routine task,... Mastering Telephone Etiquette: A Guide for Child Care Professionals
The Outdoor Montessori Classroom
11/30/2021Images of children running through the grass or playing on the playground come to mind when teachers first hear the phrase “learning outdoors”. Although not entirely incorrect, as most physical activity within an early childhood program does stem from the outdoor environm... The Outdoor Montessori Classroom
Teddy Bear Day
10/07/2022Bring Your Teddy to Work & School Day Heads up! Wednesday, October 12th is National Bring Your Teddy bear to work & school day! Teddy bears are known to provide children and adults with comfort in times of distress, and companionship in times of loneliness. They’ve been giv... Teddy Bear Day
National Water a Flower Day
06/02/2023National Water a Flower Day is May 30th! While it is unclear when the first National Water a Flower Day was celebrated, the day’s importance still holds. One of the most prominent figures in the research related to flowers is Pedanius Dioscorides, who was a Greek botanist and pharma... National Water a Flower Day
