Early Childhood
Lastinger Learning CDA® Pathways
These professional learning pathways available in English and Spanish support early childhood educators in completing the courses required to qualify for a CDA®.
Program Overview
The Lastinger Learning CDA® Pathway is a combination of online professional learning, job-embedded practice, communities of practice and technical assistance to support early childhood educators to earn their CDA®.
Over the course of 10 months, early childhood educators will:
- Participate in Communities of Practice
- Complete six online courses aligned to CDA® standards
- Receive technical assistance support on creating a professional portfolio
Este programa también está disponible en español:
Eligible Participants
Early childhood educator in School Readiness and/or Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten contracted programs who:
- Work in infant, toddler or preschool classrooms within childcare centers
- Are referred by a participating Early Learning Coalition, RCMA or FLAEYC
- Have a high school diploma or GED
How to Enroll
Applications are closed.
To indicate interest in future CDA® Pathway offerings and to receive updates about other Lastinger Learning programs, please fill out the Program Interest Form.
Stipend Information
Please visit the Stipends Hub for information about the 2025-26 stipends.
Benefits
- Learn strategies to improve kindergarten readiness
- Implement learning through job-embedded, competency-based practice
- Further education knowledge and credentials in early childhood education
- The CDA® credential satisfies the requirements needed to earn the Florida Child Care Staff Credential
- Earn a $2,000 stipend after successful completion of the six courses in the pathway
Timeline
Term duration: August 11, 2025 – June 9, 2026
Connect With Us
Fill out our Program Interest Form to stay up to date on Lastinger Learning course offerings, or contact us to bring Lastinger Learning programs to your district or organization.