Childcare workers are not babysitters; they are early childhood educators. The Child Development Associate (CDA) is a national credential required for early care and education providers. Students wishing to pursue the CDA must have a high school diploma or equivalent. You will gain the skills to nurture children in terms of emotional, physical, intellectual, and social development. Class assignments require interaction with children in a childcare setting. Ideally, a student will work at a childcare facility, or have done so in the past. Students must complete a portfolio which includes extensive writing (typewritten) assignments. Scholarships are available, call 1-866-343-3881 or visit www.okhighered.org/secc to see if you qualify. This online program is in partnership with Caddo-Kiowa Technology Center.
Basic Windows navigation skills is highly recommended. In order to be employed in Oklahoma at a licensed childcare facility, you must be able to pass a background check/sex offender registry check.
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10 hours $55
Unit 1: Providing for Children’s Safety
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10 hours $55
Unit 2: Providing for Children’s Health
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15 hours $83
Unit 3: Providing an Environment for Learning
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30 hours $165.00
Unit 4: Child Growth & Developmental Concepts
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25 hours $138
Unit 5: Ensuring Developmentally Appropriate Practices
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15 hours $83
Unit 6: Guiding Children
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10 hours $55
Unit 7: Involving Families and the Community
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10 hours $55
Unit 8: Program Plans and Record Keeping
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10 hours $55
Unit 9: Developing as an Early Education Professional
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15 hours $83
Unit 10: Putting It All Together
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