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ECDV 101 - CDA: The Credentialing Process

2 Credit: (2 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 2 Contact Hours:


This course should be taken at the end of a student’s program. This class is intended for students planning to obtain a Child Development Credential (CDA) through the CDA National Credentialing Program.
OFFERED: fall semesters

Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1:  Demonstrate an understanding of the CDA credentialing process.

  1. Explain the required prerequisites for the CDA credentialing process.
  2. Compare the required training/education areas.
  3. Explain the criteria needed in Michigan to direct or teach a preschool program.
  4. Explain the roles of candidate, advisor, and the Council for Professional Recognition in the CDA credentialing process.

Goal 2:  Compile relevant experience and training needed for the CDA.

  1. Write required competency statements and educational philosophy.
  2. Document relevant training hours.
  3. Assemble portfolio of resources.



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