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Indiana Non Formal Child Development Associate Credential Project
Earn A Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Today!
Lake Co. Non Formal CDA Class by IAEYC - REGISTRATION DEC 5, 2009
Register for the Lake Co. Non Formal CDA class ~
The Indiana Non Formal Child Development Associate (CDA) Scholarship helps pay for fees associated with taking the Non Formal CDA course. ~
REGISTRATION: December 5, 2009 ~ 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon ~ Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service, Lake Co. Office 800 E 99th Court, Suite A Crown Point, IN, 46379 ~
BRING TO REGISTRATION: Paystub within last 30 days for all sources of income, High School Diploma or GED, completed Non Formal CDA Application (available at registration)~
QUESTIONS? http://www.iaeyc.org or call: 800-657-7577
If you are a child care provider in Lake County Indiana and are interested in attending CDA classes in your area, please contact Dee Love, Extension Specialist at: loved@purdue.edu or by phone at: 765-494-2933
CDA PREP CLASSES 2009 OFFERED AT IVY TECH GARY CAMPUS Call Susan Davies at: 219-981-1111 Ext. 2336 (Not available evenings) Enroll online at: http://www.ivytech.edu/northwest/ *See more information at the bottom of this page*
What is a CDA?
CDA stands for Child Development Associate. CDA is a nationally recognized credential that is awarded to individuals completing the CDA training and final Assessment. Those who attain a CDA credential are prepared to meet the specific needs of children, nurturing their physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth.
A CDA Credential:
Enhances the quality of care and education for young children. Indicates early childhood professionals have increased skills and knowledge.Is a nationally recognized credential that follows the child care professional, no matter where he or she works.
Project Key Components:
Training:
120 contact training hours are provided throughout the state by an agency or organization with expertise in early childhood teacher preparation or formal child care education.
Advising:
Professionals are available to guide participants through the CDA training and assessment, which lead to attainment of the CDA credential.
How Do I Apply?
Non- Formal CDA Credential Classes Available in Lake County Indiana
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential classes are being offered in Lake County Indiana through Purdue Extension as a result of a grant from the Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children (IAEYC). The classes offer 120 hours of CDA instruction required by the National Council for Professional Recognition, the CDA awarding agency in Washington, DC.
*While family child care providers have priority in the Non-Formal CDA initiative, child care professionals in ministry or licensed child care settings are also welcome to participate.
If you are a child care provider in Lake County Indiana and are interested in attending CDA classes in your area, please contact Dee Love, Extension Specialist at: loved@purdue.edu or by phone at: 765-494-2933
CDA PREP CLASSES 2009 OFFERED AT IVY TECH GARY CAMPUS
TO ENROLL:
Call Susan Davies at: 219-981-1111 Ext. 2336 (Not available evenings) Enroll online at: http://www.ivytech.edu/northwest/
WALK IN DATES:
*PLEASE CALL FOR NEWEST DATES*
CDA PREP CLASSES INCLUDE:
ECED-100 Intro to Early Childhood Education ECED-101 Health, Safety & Nutrition ECED- 103 Curriculum in Early Childhood Education ECED-105 The CDA Process
COST:
In state tuition $95.00 per credit hour Technology Fee - $40.00 Distance Education Classes - $10.00 per credit hour Late payment fee - $25.00
CLASS DAYS & TIMES:
ECED 100 Mondays 6-8:45 pm ECED 101 Wednesday 6-8:45 pm
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