WHAT IS CDA? |
WHAT IS THE EARLY CHILDHOOD ANCILLARY TEACHING CERTIFICATE? |
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The CDA is the best first step you can take to work effectively with children and their families. CDA stands for Child Development Associate and is the only credit bearing national credential that leads to an Associate's degree. When you earn your CDA you join a community of over 420,000 early childhood educators.
After completing the program, teachers will receive their Child Development Associate (CDA) and be qualified to receive their Ancillary Teaching Certificate from the Louisiana Department of Education. |
The ancillary teaching certificate is a professional credential for teachers in early learning centers who have obtained (at minimum) their CDA credential.
The program is a state funded 7 month hybrid training program that provides 120 hours of in-depth training in early childhood education, 30 clock hours of applied practice in early childhood settings, and intensive support and coaching for teachers completing their CDA portfolio. Effective July 1, 2019 all lead teachers in Type III centers are required to have an Ancillary Teaching Certificate. |
ANCILLARY TEACHING CERTIFICATE DETAILS & BENEFITS
The Children’s Coalition Institute for Northeast Louisiana is a unique early childhood education program for teachers currently working in early learning centers. A team of experienced instructors works in conjunction with the Louisiana Department of Education, local colleges, and area childcare centers to provide a comprehensive curriculum , giving teachers both a theoretical understanding and hands on application of best practices in early childhood education.
- Work toward obtaining your CDA and Early Childhood Ancillary Teaching Certificate
- Intensive support and assistance with compiling CDA portfolio
- 30 applied practice hours (which includes visits to high-quality classrooms, so you can see effective teaching in action) and 120 instructional hours required for CDA included in program
- Partnerships with local community colleges prepare you for the next step in your education
- Must be a teacher in a Type III center and have less than 80 hours toward CDA
- 7-month instruction program - weekly attendance required
- Face to Face (limited seats available)
- For an application and or additional information please contact Earnestine Dunn or Anna Akins at 318-323-8775.
WHO CAN APPLY? |
WHAT DO I NEED TO APPLY? |
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This program is no cost for all who meet the enrollment qualifications.
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All documents must be received in order to be considered for the program by the application deadline. Missing documents will result in a delay of enrollment.
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TESTIMONIALS
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"I have trained with the Children Coalition for years and I have only experienced the utmost professionalism from everyone. The instructors are very knowledgeable in every aspect of Child Development who work diligently to share their knowledge and experience with me. For every encounter I endured or question I had Mrs. Fields, Mrs. Dunn, Ms. Brisco, and Mr. Hodges always answered and provided a resolution. Thank you all." -Shirley Marshall ATC Cohort 6 Graduate, Family Child Care Provider |
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"It has been most pleasant and wonderful having you as my teacher this year. I have really enjoyed this class. It changed my mind as a director. I got much needed help! Mrs. Brisco and Mrs. Dunn have been a God send and has truly been a blessing to me. THANK YOU!" -Brandy Ellison ATC Cohort 6 Graduate, Child Care Director in Farmerville, LA |
