• 10856
  • Child Development Associate
Fort Wayne Community Schools, Adult and Cont. Ed.

Provider Information

Fort Wayne Community Schools, Adult and Cont. Ed.

Provider Location

1200 South Barr Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
https://www.fwcsadulteducation.us
Staff Approved

Summary

Description

Instructors hold a bachelor or master's degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or Special Education with experience in early childhood teacher credentialing. 

This course prepares those seeking opportunities to work in early childhood education to meet children’s physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth. The Child Development Associate Credential™ is the most widely recognized credential in early childhood education and is a key step in early childhood education’s professional development.  This course will equip students with the skills to meet children's individual needs and enhance the overalll quality of care and educaiton. The CDA course includes 120 clock-hours of face-to-face training taught by instructors contracted by INAEYC. Students will also be able to develop a professional portfolio and receive assistance with preparing for the final exam and credentialing process. 

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19.0706
High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • 11/12 TABE testing
  • Be a resident of Indiana who is at least 18 years old.
  • Hold a High School Diploma OR High School Equivalency Diploma
  • Be employed in a licensed, registered, or certified early care and education setting,
  • Work 25 or more hours per week in Indiana for at least 6 months
  • Earn $25.00/hr or less as a teacher/teacher assistant, OR $25.00/hr or less as a director/administrator
  • Have a current Criminal History/Background check on file with the state of Indiana to be in compliance with licensing rules and regulations.

Course availability will be relayed upon submission of an application. 

not applicable

Admissions

  • 70
    • 70
    • 10
    • 20
  • Evening,Online
  • 14 week(s)
  • 120 instructional hour(s)
  • Hours
  • 85%
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Financial Information

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$18.33
2,200.00
    • $475.00
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Financial Aid

Financial Aid:

  • State Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships)
  • No

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