The Child Development Associate (CDA) Credentialâ„¢ is a widely recognized credential in early childhood education administered by the . The CDA Credential guides early child care professionals as they work toward becoming qualified teachers of young children. Obtaining a CDA is an important accomplishment and one that develops well informed practitioners knowledgeable in child development and best practices for teaching young children.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø has published many resources that support early childhood educators in their continued learning about best practices and the latest research in the early childhood field. 51³Ô¹ÏÍø was a part of the original Child Development Associate (CDA) Consortium and we proudly continue to support and encourage the CDA credential. Ìý51³Ô¹ÏÍø provides many member benefits and membership options that support teachers in their continues learning such as:
- Access to award winning print publications: Young Children and Teaching Young Children.
- 20% discount on all products in 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's , including books, videos, brochures, posters, and more.
- Reduced registration fees for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø-sponsored conferences and training opportunities, including the world's largest early education conference.
- ÌýMembership in your local andÌýstateÌý.
View the entire list of Membership Benefits and select the membership plan that’s best for you. For more information about 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Membership, be sure to visit our Frequently Asked Questions page
For more information on obtaining your CDA visit the website.
To support your continued learning, become an 51³Ô¹ÏÍø member!
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Documentation of Membership
51³Ô¹ÏÍø Members can submit a copy of their membership card (mailed within 4-6 weeks of joining) or a copy of their membership invoice from theirÌýÌýas documentation of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø membership.
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