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Event Details

MNCDA 6 Commitment to Professionalism

:451498
Level 1 – Explores
Tuesday, April 28 - Thursday, June 4, 2026  
(15.00 Hours)
Video Chat Sessions on Tuesdays 7:00-8:30pm on May 5, 12, 19, 26 & June 2, 2026.

Description

Course ID 222351
This online, live course is intended for those who are earning a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Applicable CDA portfolio homework is embedded in the course. As a child care professional there are key resources and standards in our commitment to the field of early education. Join us to learn more about our professional commitment.

Learning Objectives

As a result of active participation in course activities, learners will be able to:

Define advocacy

Demonstrate advocacy techniques and the importance of legislative support

Discuss ethical practices and workforce issues

Use the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct to solve ethical dilemmas

Reflect on their personal motivations for choosing a career in early childhood education

Describe two benefits of earning a credential as an early care and education professional

Use the Individual Training Needs Assessment to identify areas for professional development. 

Describe the use of a portfolio in documenting professional development

Identify components of a SMART goal

List SMART goals for professional growth

Research early childhood associations that can support their career development and professional practice

Participant Support Accommodations

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Registration

Event Fee
Free Event
Register By
4/27/2026 Event is full!
Required?
Yes

Contact

ETL Support (Email)
Child Care Aware of Minnesota: ETL District
10 River Park Plaza, Suite 820
Saint Paul, MN 55107
Phone (651) 335-6658

Child Care Aware of Minnesota: ETL District

Delivery Methods

Assessment of Learning

Description

This online, live course is intended for those who are earning a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Applicable CDA portfolio homework is embedded in the course. As a child care professional there are key resources and standards in our commitment to the field of early education. Join us to learn more about our professional commitment.

15.00 Hours

Course Level

Level 1 – Explores

Approved clock hour course

Course Category

Early Childhood

Virtual Instructor-Led

Eager To Learn

(15 Hours)

CDA Content Areas

Content Area VI: Maintaining a commitment to professionalism (15 Hours)

Early Childhood Classroom Staff
Family Child Care

Preschoolers