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Childcare professionals play a vital role in early childhood development. This 100% course will train you for a career in child development and help you pass the Council of Professional Recognition's CDA certification exam. Key topics include procedures and strategies for creating a safe and enriching childcare environment.
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Business aspects of childcare facilities; personnel techniques and procedures
Establishing positive relationships with parents and families; providing a safe and secure childcare environment
Development stages for infants, toddlers, and pre-school age children; effective techniques for fostering positive self-esteem
Early childhood academic and enrichment activities; managing behaviors, resolving conflicts
Darlene Lawrence
Darlene Lawrence is an academic coach and childcare and education instructor with five years of experience. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's degree in teaching.
This course is 100% online. Start anytime.
Childcare professionals ensure the welfare, health, and safety of children under their care. Other common childcare job titles include:
Most work is completed in childcare centers, however, some roles, like in-home daycare providers, will work at their own homes or their clients' homes.
The CDA is a nationally-recognized credential that demonstrates a childcare professional’s skills, competencies, and knowledge. According to the Council for Professional Recognition, CDAs are able to “nurture the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social development of children.”
Earning a Child Development Associate credential can be a stepping stone to career advancement in the early childhood education field. Many CDAs go on to work in education as preschool or elementary school teachers.
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