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CDA Programs
CDA Programs
Empowering your next step with training that builds confidence, sharpens skills, and moves your career forward.
Empowering your next step with training that builds confidence, sharpens skills, and moves your career forward.
Career Training Group (CTG) is a BESE-approved Child Development Associate (CDA) ancillary program based in Louisiana. We prepare early care and education (ECE) professionals with the knowledge, tools, and practices they need to thrive—both in the classroom and beyond. High-quality care starts with a skilled, supported workforce, and CTG is committed to helping ECE professionals grow, succeed, and make a lasting impact.
A CDA, or Child Development Associate, is a nationally recognized credential issued by the Council for Professional Recognition. It demonstrates that an individual has the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively with young children, typically from birth to age five.
This credential is often required or preferred for roles in early childhood education (ECE) programs and is considered a key step for professional development in the field. Whether you’re entering the workforce or looking to advance, earning a CDA helps establish your commitment to high-quality early care and education.
Career Training Group (CTG) offers more than just a path to certification. Our BESE-approved program provides a well-rounded experience with in-depth training, one-on-one coaching, and leadership development. We focus on equipping educators not just to meet the requirements—but to thrive in real-world classrooms.
Participants in CTG’s program benefit from enhanced job prospects, increased confidence, and a deeper understanding of child development and best practices. From start to finish, CTG offers the tools, support, and community that early childhood educators need to succeed and grow in their careers.
Please note: This scholarship is only available to Louisiana residents.
Before you begin, determine if you qualify by answering the questions below:
If you answer yes to any of the questions above, you will not qualify for the scholarship to attend this program.
Interested in applying for our CDA program? Learn more about the steps involved or begin your application below.
Get a full overview of the current CDA application steps, requirements, and timeline.
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