How long does it take to complete a CDA course?

120 hours
Answer: It takes about 600 hours to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate. This includes 120 hours in an authorized CDA course and 480 hours of work experience with young children.

How do I take the CDA exam?

Complete the documentation collection: Professional Portfolio, Family Questionnaires. Submit a completed CDA application with full payment. Take the CDA Exam at a local Pearson Vue test center. Complete the CDA Verification Visit with the PD Specialist.

How long does a child development take?

A bachelor’s degree in child development usually takes full-time students four years to complete. However, program length can vary considerably. Part-time students often take longer to graduate. Some programs offer accelerated study.

How much does the CDA exam cost?

The price for the CDA exam is $450. You must meet eligibility requirements to take the CDA exam. You can find more exam eligibility requirement details below.

What jobs can I get with a CDA certification?

Job Options You Can Use With Your CDA Certificate

Social work aide.
Mental health counselor.
Family social worker.
If you’re ready start fresh with your career with your CDA certificate, ProSolutions Training can help jumpstart your next step.

How do I pay for CDA exam?

To take the CDA Exam, you must first purchase your study book(s), enroll in a training course to gather your 120 professional development hours, and apply to the Council of Professional Recognition. The fee to apply online is $425. All exams must be scheduled and taken through Pearson VUE at a local testing site.

What is a CDA certification good for?

The CDA® credential is valid for three years from the awarded date. You may apply to renew your CDA® credential 90 days before it expires.

How many hours of CDA training is there?

Our online CDA Training covers 120 hours across all eight subject areas – and it’s easy to follow. ProSolutions Training was one of the first to receive CDA® Gold Standard Certification.

How long does it take to get a CDA at prosolutions?

ProSolutions Training offers you affordable and complete CDA Training coursework. These courses meet the formal education requirements for the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential TM. The Council for Professional Recognition requires 120 hours of coursework to get your CDA.

Is there a CDA course for Head Start?

CDA Training coursework is available in English and in Spanish. Head Start staff can use our CDA coursework to meet Head Start training requirements. A review course at the end of each subject area to help you remember the key elements in that subject area

What are the functional areas of CDA standard I?

CDA Competency Standard I Functional Areas Definitions Safe 1. Candidate provides a safe environment and I. To establish and maintain a safe, 2. Healthy teaches children safe practices to prevent and healthy learning environment 3. Learning reduce injuries.