CDA Prep for Administrators + National Childcare Administrator Credential

120 Hours | Cohort-Based | Leadership-Focused Training

Ready to Become a Director — Without Going Back to College?

Many experienced early childhood educators reach a point where they’re ready for the next step in their career. They know how classrooms work. They understand children, families, and teachers. But when they start looking at director requirements, they often run into one frustrating reality:

Their state requires a CDA — but they don’t want to spend years taking college classes.

If you have at least two years of experience in early childhood education and are ready to step into leadership, this program was designed for you.

The CDA for Administrators program from Director Success Academy allows you to complete the required 120 hours of CDA competencies while also earning the National Childcare Administrator Credential — giving you the leadership foundation needed to move into director or administrative roles.

Instead of focusing only on classroom teaching, this program approaches CDA competencies from the administrator’s perspective, helping you understand how quality classrooms connect to program leadership, staffing, compliance, and operations.

A Cohort Experience — Not Just a Course

Many people start CDA training but get stuck when it comes time to complete their professional portfolio or prepare for the verification visit and exam.

That’s why this program includes a cohort format with weekly guidance.

During the cohort sessions you will:

• Work step-by-step on your CDA professional portfolio • Receive guidance on documentation and competency statements • Prepare for the CDA verification visit • Get test preparation support • Stay accountable and on track with a supportive group of peers

You won’t be left trying to figure out the CDA process alone.

What You Will Complete

This program includes:

• 120 hours of CDA competency training • Leadership-focused curriculum designed for administrators • National Childcare Administrator Credential • Weekly cohort meetings for portfolio development • Support for CDA exam and verification preparation • Practical leadership and program management insights

Who This Program Is For

This program is ideal for early childhood professionals who:

• Have 2+ years of experience in childcare or early learning • Want to become a director or administrator • Need CDA training recognized by their state • Prefer a structured program rather than college coursework • Want leadership training that prepares them for real program management

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