Child Development Associate (CDA)
Issued by
Farmingdale State College
The CDA Micro-credential is designed to provide students with specialized content area training to enter the childcare field. It is designed for anyone who is interested in becoming an early childhood educator. Moreover, the credential is designed to provide additional knowledge and experience to students interested in applying for graduate education to study early child development, early childhood clinical intervention, or early childhood education.
Additional DetailsSkills
Earning Criteria
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PSY 220: Child Development Birth to 5
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PSY 221: Observation of the Child
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PSY 222: Early Childhood Learning Environments
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PSY 223: Childcare Professional and Family Dynamics
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Complete a portfolio that demonstrates competencies in the 13 functional areas outlined by the Council of Professional Recognition (Portfolio includes CPR/First Aid infant/child)
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Complete Family Questionnaires and Reflection essay
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Complete 6 essays focused on the 13 functional areas and standards
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Complete 6 resource collections (e.g. menus, sample lessons plans, learning experiences for young children based on domains, copy of regulations, sample assessment documents)
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Professional philosophy statement (essay)
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Take a written exam 65 multiple choice test at a Pearson testing site
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Complete a verification visit (4 hours) at their place of employment or internship
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Complete 480 fieldwork hours as an internship or place of employment in the age group designation (funded cohort, infant-toddler licensed center-based childcare program)
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ASPIRE membership (NY State early childhood workforce registry)