Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification

Enrollment is FULL and now CLOSED for April CDA .
Please reference the table below for the upcoming CDA enrollments throughout the year!
Contact Kirstin Hollman at khollman@wnychildren.org with any questions on CDA Enrollment.
CDA Classes |
Enrollment OPEN |
July (Tuesday 5-8pm) |
April-May |
October (Thursday 5-8pm) |
July-August |
April (Wednesday 5-8pm) |
January-February |
“My experience with acquiring my CDA was a great one. I learned that I can achieve anything I put my mind to.”
“CDA has taught me so much in the year of learning, I am more educated in this field than ever before!”
Ready to get the ball rolling? Watch the above video for information on earning your CDA Credential. You can check the top of the page for the online application, it’s only open during enrollment period. Check our social media for updates on when the next enrollment period will start!
Questions? Email us at: khollman@wnychildren.org

Need to make a CDA Payment?
If you are a NEW CDA candidate looking to pay application and/or material fees please see below
If you are a current CDA candidate looking to pay tuition for a module by credit card please see below.
Helpful Links:
Council for Professional Recognition: https://www.cdacouncil.org/en/
Professional Development Program (PDP)
Early Childhood Education and Training Program (ECETP):
https://www.ecetp.pdp.albany.edu/eip.aspx