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The Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential? is one of the best beginning steps for early childhood professionals working to reach their educational and career goals. Recently, major changes were made to the CDA Credential process. While the new procedure may seem overwhelming, navigating it doesn't have to be difficult. This guide has been updated to reflect all of the new material and requirements to help caregivers and educators earn the Credential in a less stressful, more meaningful way.The CDA Prep Guide, Third Edition has designated center-based preschool, infant/toddler, and family child care sections, with information specific to each setting. It includes step-by-step expert advice, helpful forms, templates, self-studies, exercises, and many examples to help early childhood professionals:Assemble the Professional Portfolio and Resource CollectionExamine the practices and setting in preparation for the formal ObservationWrite the Reflective Statements of CompetenceDevelop their Professional Philosophy StatementLearn about and locate a Professional Development SpecialistWork through the Application processPractice for the CDA ExamPrepare for the Verification Visit, understand the questions that will be asked during the Reflective Dialogue, and develop and implement educational and professional goalsRenew the CDA Credential and continue professional development after earning itDebra Pierce has a strong background in early childhood and, as a certified CDA Professional Development Specialist, is extensively familiar with the new CDA process. She is an early childhood education professor at Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana.
