Child Development Associate (CDA) Training
The CDA is a credential that early childhood educators can earn to demonstrate certain competencies and, in turn, can help them advance their careers. Our CDA educators know how to nurture the emotional, physical, intellectual and social development of children. For more information please visit cdacouncil.org.
FREE CDA Training Program!
Please check back with us monthly for updated opportunities!
Fill out the interest form below to be placed on our waiting list for upcoming CDA Cohorts.
Entrance Requirements
- Employed as a Child Care Worker or Family Provider in a Keystone Stars child care setting to qualify for the costs of the CDA credentialing process.
- Work in a center that is licensed and in good standing with DHS.
- Able to provide recent PA Child Abuse, PA State Criminal Background Check, FBI Clearances.
- High School Diploma or High School Equivalency.
- Reliable computer or tablet with Internet access to access Zoom meetings and complete assignments
For more information, please contact Teresa Collins at tcollins@1199ctraining.org.
Please visit The Pennsylvania Key to find other available training opportunities.
For former CDA Students in BCO Programs:
Contact Erika Shearlds-Hill ehill@1199ctraining.org or Nate Dixon ndixon@1199ctraining.org.