Format Students connect with the CDA online Web site. The program allows students to work at their own time and pace. Instructors are assigned to not more than 15 students. Students can access their instructor via email at all times. Students select their own advisers to provide on-site consultations at the student's work site.
Students compile a professional resource file of information, references, and resources.
The program consists of three courses that can be completed in eight months. Courses start in January, March, June, and September. Students can enter the program at the start of any session. Current Schedule Academic Credit Students complete three 3-credit CDA courses, which provide nine undergraduate credits in early childhood education through NSU's Farquhar Center. These courses are accepted at many colleges for credit in early childhood degree programs, including NSU's associate degree program.