You’re Invited: Free CDA Training Series with opportunity to receive $1,400
Have you ever considered furthering your career in early childhood education? Do you live or work in the in Mat-Su Valley/ Knik, Chickaloon, Eklutna, Kenaitze/Kenai Peninsula, Ninilchik, Seldovia or Tyonek?
thread and Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC) invite you to earn your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential through an upcoming FREE training series!
ALL SPOTS FILLED – APPLICATION CLOSED
Thank you for your interest in this CDA opportunity! All spots for this year’s training series are now full. Please check back in 2024 for more opportunities like this!
CDA Benefits
There are many benefits to earning a CDA! The CDA credential is recognized worldwide and shows your commitment to quality early education. Getting a CDA can expand your job opportunities, increase your income, and grow your confidence. You’ll also strengthen your relationship with the children and families you work with.
This is a special opportunity to invest in your professional development and future. By earning a CDA you are taking the first step towards becoming a program administrator or child care business owner in your community.
Each participant has the opportunity to earn up to $1,400.00 by completing all sessions and achieving their CDA certification.
No partial credit or partial compensation will be given. Participants must complete all sessions and achieve their CDA to receive payment.
Eligibility Requirements
CITC is sponsoring this training opportunity for 15 early educators:
- Currently employed, plan to be employed, or volunteer at an early childhood education program
- Live or work in one of the following communities: in Mat-Su Valley/ Knik, Chickaloon, Eklutna, Kenaitze/Kenai Peninsula, Ninilchik, Seldovia or Tyonek
- Can commit to attending all 42 classes in the CDA training series schedule
Support You’ll Receive
This opportunity will provide instruction, materials, and support to apply for and earn a CDA credential by the Spring of 2024.
Trainings will be held virtually from November 2, 2023 to April 4, 2024 where you’ll receive:
- 120 training hours
- Portfolio development
- Technical assistance
What a great time to advance your career in the early education field and earn your CDA!
Only 15 slots available!
All slots have now been filled. Please check back in 2024!
Deadline to enroll is October 16, 2023.
