Iowa Public Television

This training will educate all early childhood professionals on what a CDA is, how to help mentor others through the process, and what resources are available in Iowa.

Target Audience:

• Any early childhood educators who may be able to assist assistant teachers and teachers with the observation visit necessary for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
• Administrators and program supervisors of voluntary preschool programs, licensed Child Care Centers (including preschool programs and Head Start agencies licensed through DHS), and Child Development Homes
• Early Childhood Consultants from Area Education Agencies, CCR&R, ISU Extension and others who serve voluntary preschool programs, child care centers, Head Start agencies, and Child Development Homes

Learning Objectives:

Upon the completion of this workshop, the participants will be able to:

1. Describe the process of becoming a CDA.
2. Identify the key requirements of acquiring the CDA.
3. Articulate what other services exist to help practitioners earn their CDA.

Cost:

Free

Materials to download: (Note– Available soon)

Will training credit be offered:

This training is approved to meet DHS child care continuing education regulatory requirements

Evaluation: (Note– Available soon)

Sessions are provided at no cost to PK-12 students and the adults working with or on behalf of PK-12 students in Iowa.