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Department: Early Childhood Leadership

Program Director: Claudine Campanelli, Ed.D.
Director of Career Development and Higher Education
NYC Early Childhood Professional Development Institute
119 West 31st Street
New York, NY 10001
Email Contact: claudine.campanelli@cuny.edu

The Child Development Associate Certificate, offered in partnership with the NYC Early Childhood Professional Development Institute, was created in response to new educational mandates, as well as the need for early childhood professionals to master the knowledge and skills needed to create effective learning environments for children.

The program prepares students to communicate effectively, learn and use new technology, think critically and creatively, and demonstrate cultural awareness. The courses are designed for students who intend to pursue advanced study in early childhood education or a related discipline, and for those who will seek employment or career advancement upon completion of an undergraduate degree program. The structure and curriculum of the CDA Certificate are designed to complement the Child Development Associate (CDA) National Credentialing Program’s Competency Standards.