CDA Overview Test

CDA stands for __________________________ ___________________________ ______________________________

The CDA is not a licensing program, it is a ______________________________ program.

The CDA is for early educators working with children ages ______________ to____ years old.

The CDA uses multiple sources for evidence including an exam, observation, and ________________________ __________________.

It is important for educators to stay _____________ with key education practices.

A center-based program must have at least _____ children enrolled in the program (not necessarily in the Candidate’s group)

A center-based program must have at least ______ caregivers working with the children on a regular basis.

____________________________: A center-based setting that is a state-approved child development center where a Candidate can be observed working with a group of at least 8 children, all of whom are ages 3 through 5 years old.

____________________________: A center-based setting that is a state-approved child development center where a Candidate can be observed working with a group of at least 3 children, all of whom are under the age of 3 years old.

____________________________: A setting which is a home where a Candidate can be observed working with at least two children 5 years old or younger who are not related to the Candidate by blood or marriage.

____________________________: An established program of visits (to families with children 5 years old or younger) that supports parents in meeting the needs of their young children.

To apply for your initial CDA Credential, the cost is $_______ for online applications and $500 for paper applications.

Payment for both initial and renewal CDA applications are due in full _____ _____ __________ _____ __________________.

R.O.R.” stands for ___________-_____________-__________®.

The R.O.R Model® tasks are undertaken by the __ __ _____________.. They contribute to the assessment of the Candidate’s competency.