Are you an early childcare professional in Florida? Looking to advance your career in the field of early childhood education? If so, you’ve come to the right place! The CDA or the Child Development Associate Credential might be exactly what you need to move your career forward.
The CDA credential is a national credential awarded to those who meet the competency standards set by the Council on Professional Recognition. It is earned by those who have shown their knowledge and expertise in early childcare.
How do I prepare for the CDA exam?
Earning the CDA credential requires the completion of the requirements including the following:
- Meeting the training requirements
- Completion of the documentation collection (family questionnaire, and professional portfolio)
- CDA Competency Standards book
- Submission of the CDA application
- Taking the CDA Exam
- Completion of the Verification Visit
Because the CDA exam is required for the credential, it’s important to make the necessary preparations. Don’t worry! That’s what National CDA Training is here for! National CDA Training provides online training courses like no other! We will provide you with all the help you need to be ready for the exam.
How to schedule the CDA exam?
Scheduling the CDA exam can be done in two ways. You can do it by phone by dialing the phone number 1-866-507-6527 between 7 am to 7 pm CST, Monday through Friday. You can also do the scheduling online by creating a Pearson VUE web account. Make sure to take note of the candidate ID number indicated in your “Ready to Schedule” notice sent to you by the council. You will need this ID upon the account creation.
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