Child Development Associate (CDA)

This 9-credit microcredential provides credit-bearing, early care Child Development Associate (CDA) coursework. It is intended for Early Childhood professionals currently working toward lead teaching positions and who desire a stand-alone credential to improve their understanding, knowledge and insight regarding their work with young children. The CDA is a nationally recognized credential that is sponsored through the Council for Professional Recognition. Upon completion, successful students will have a comprehensive quality foundation for early care professionals that exceeds CDA standards and will be qualified to work as a lead teacher in NYS licensed child care centers or licensed family child care homes, under NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) guidelines.

Ladders into the following program(s) at MCC:

Early Care Certificate (EE02)
Child Care Practitioner AAS (CD01)


Requirements:

ECE 150 – Exploring Early Care and Education (3 credits, grade of C or higher required)

ECE 151 – Developmentally Appropriate Practice for Young Children (3 credits, grade of C or higher required)

ECE 152 – Early Childhood Quality Practices for Professionals (3 credits, grade of C or higher required)