Child Development Associate (CDA)
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The CDA program is designed for students who are currently employed in an Early Childhood setting (Pre-school, Infant/Toddler, Family Child Care or Home Visitor). CDA certification is the basic training recommended for everyone employed in early childhood environments. Students who successfully complete 10 semester credits of CDA training have fulfilled the requirements necessary to apply for the Child Development Associate certification from the Council for Professional Recognition.

ECE 111 (3 credits) – CDA I
ECE 112 (3 credits) – CDA II
ECE 299 Preschool Practicum (4 credits)
ECE 113 (1 credit) - CDA Renewal
ECE 114 (1 credit) – CDA Second Setting

Students who have taken CDA courses from Leech Lake Tribal College, and have chosen to pursue an A.A. degree in Early Childhood Education from Leech Lake Tribal College, will have six credits applied toward their Early Childhood A.A. requirements.