Continuing Education for Child Care Providers
CHILD Services provides opportunities to assist child care leaders and teachers in their professional development.
CDA Credential (Child Development Associate)
Offers professional growth training opportunities to individuals who are either currently working with young children or wish to pursue a career in the early childhood field. A nationally recognized early childhood professional credential administered by the Council for Professional Recognition.
Course options:
- Your local CHILD Services office for classes and ongoing support
- Smart Horizons: Online Child Care Professional Education Center
Pathways to Professional Development
Courses offered online. May earn up to 12 college credits. Having a CDA credential is a minimum required pre-requisite.
Services funded by Department of Social Services, Division of Child Care Services.