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Earn Your CDA Credential – 100% Online, Anytime, Anywhere

Our all-in-one program offers everything you need to earn your CDA credential, including the required training, national exam preparation, and setting up your on site verification visit, in person or virtually.

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Recognized by Respected Institutions

Training Innovations is fully licensed (License #912) by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education, an approved training provider for the Arkansas Workforce Connections Office of Employment and Training (Provider ID: 888), a registered CDA Council agency, and an authorized vendor for the University of Arkansas.
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Available Courses

Our courses offer convenient, flexible learning options to support your professional growth in early childhood education.

Child Development Associate (CDA) Class

Earn your Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification with our 120-hour online program, approved and licensed through the Dept. of Higher Education. This course, typically completed in 12 weeks, is open to anyone in the USA and prepares you for impactful work in Family Childcare, Infant and Toddler care, or Preschool settings. Start your journey today!
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Child Development Associate Renewal (CDA) Class

Renew your Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification with our convenient, fully online renewal course, approved and licensed through the Dept. of Higher Education. Open to all current CDA holders in the USA, this program helps you maintain your nationally recognized credential, ensuring you stay equipped and qualified to support young children’s growth and development. Refresh your skills and renew your impact today!
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Steps to Your CDA Success

Your path to becoming a certified Child Development Associate starts here. Let’s break down the journey to certification.
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Complete the Training

Enroll in our 120-hour online course, typically completed in 12 weeks, to build essential child development knowledge.
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Gain Hands-On Experience

Complete 480 hours of practical experience in your focus area, applying what you’ve learned directly with children.
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Take the National Exam

After completing your training and experience hours, take the CDA national exam to demonstrate your knowledge and readiness for certification.
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Schedule Your Observation

Book an in-person or virtual observation with our CDA specialist to finalize your certification and confirm your readiness.

Impeccable Online Courses Led by Experts in Their Field

Meet the CEO/Owner of Training Innovations LLC, Dr. Hagit Grenman Gregory, EdD

Dr. Gregory holds an Arkansas Teacher License in numerous areas and is a member of NAEYC, a professional membership organization that links early childhood practice, policy, and research in order to support high-quality early learning for all young children, from birth to age 8, in all environments.
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Advance Your Career in Child Development

Enroll in our CDA program to gain essential skills and prepare for your career. Already completed your training? Schedule an observation with our CDA specialist to finalize your credential.
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Child Development Associate Career Paths

Head Teacher

Preschool or Daycare Head Teacher
Preschool teachers educate and care for children between the ages of three and five who have not yet entered kindergarten. They provide instruction in language, motor, and social skills to young children. Daycare teachers work daily with children of toddler age during the day. They must incorporate physical and mental awareness to assist the children with their daily activities, plan new activities and projects for them to do each day, and be mindful and aware of their safety at all times.

Teaching Assistant

Preschool or Daycare Teaching Assistant
The duties of a preschool teaching assistant may include documenting student performance and progression, preparing lessons and materials, and assisting teachers with classroom management. As an assistant daycare teacher your role is to help the head teacher in supervising the class and making sure the toddlers are safe and happy.

Nanny

In-home Childcare Provider

Being the nanny of a house usually involves taking care of children, keeping them safe and clean, planning meals for them as well as organizing creative and educational activities based on their age.

Tutor

In-Home Tutor

Some children need a little extra help. As a tutor with a child development associate certification, you will be able to visit homes and help children develop skills they need to enter kindergarten, putting them on a great path! 

Upcoming Events & Workshops

Join us for upcoming events and workshops filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and engage with our community.
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Early Educators Leadership Conference (EELC)

October 8-11 2025 in Orlando, Fl
Expand your knowledge of inclusion practices through thought-provoking sessions and collaborative activities.
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