This course is designed for individuals who are eager to work with young children in early childhood settings. The Career Path Teaching Assistant Program in partnership with the Office of Workforce Development and Continuing Education offers the Child Development Associates Credential (CDA). The CDA credential is the most widely recognized credential in early childhood education which sets forth a core of competency standards which guides early professionals as they work toward becoming qualified teachers of young children. Participants are required to create a portfolio highlighting their 120 hours of coursework.