Texas TEACH Early Childhood CDA Assessment Fee Scholarship
💡 Get your full CDA application fee covered—boost your early childhood career at no cost!
If you’re an early childhood educator in Texas ready to earn your Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Texas Scholarship can help you get there. This opportunity covers the entire cost of the CDA Application Fee, making your path to certification more affordable and accessible.
What Is the T.E.A.C.H. Texas CDA Scholarship?
Offered by the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children (TXAEYC), this #TEXASchildcare grant is designed to support child care professionals in reaching their career goals by eliminating financial barriers to earning a CDA.
This scholarship is part of the broader #TEACHTexas initiative, which helps build a stronger early education workforce by investing in the people who make a difference every day—early educators like you.
What Does the Grant Cover?
✅ Full CDA Application Fee
- The cost of your initial application to the Council for Professional Recognition is covered.
- No repayment required if all obligations are met.
Who Is Eligible for This Grant?
To apply, you must meet the following criteria:
✔️ Be a resident of Texas
✔️ Work at least 30 hours per week in a licensed Texas child care center or a licensed/registered family child care home
✔️ Be supported by your employer, who must complete part of the application and contribute a small portion of the cost
✔️ Earn $20 or less per hour
✔️ Have an active TECPDS account (Texas Early Childhood Professional Development System)
✔️ Hold a high school diploma or GED
✔️ Have completed 120 hours of CDA training
🎉 Need to finish your training? If you’re not attending a Texas college, ChildCareEd is offering $100 off CDA training during May, and you can start immediately!
How to Apply
Click the blue “I am interested” button, and we’ll email you everything you need to know to get started.
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🌟 Your CDA, Your Future—Now Funded
The T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Texas Scholarship makes earning your CDA easier than ever. Take the next step in your professional journey and invest in your future—without the financial burden.
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