What is the
difference between a CDA and a CCP? In most states, the two credentials are recognized as equivalent.
Some differences include:
|
Credential |
Clock hours required |
Assessment/ Credentialing cost |
Scholarships? |
Renewal? |
|
CDA |
120 |
$23.00 Application Packet + $325.00 Assessment
fee |
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Must be renewed within 3 years initially and then
every 5 years with 4.5 CEUs of training. There is a $13.00 fee
for a renewal booklet and a $50.00 fee for renewal. |
|
CCP |
180 |
$495.00 Credentialing fee |
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Must be renewed every 2 years with 20 clock hours
of training. There is a $15.00 fee for renewal. |
For more information on the CDA and CCP
as well as CDA and CCP renewal, and scholarships please visit the sites
below:
The CCP (Certified Childcare
Professional) is granted by the
National
Child Care Association (1-800-543-7161).
The CDA (Child Development
Associate) is granted by the
Council
for Professional Recognition (1-800-424-4310).
Link
to their sites directly for more information, or call them during regular
business hours.
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