Did you know that the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential® must be renewed every three years on or before your CDA Credential expiration date? Use the BKC CDA Renewal coursework to get started on your renewal today!

Get started on your CDA renewal with BKC!

Get started on your CDA renewal with BKC!

The CDA Renewal coursework provides the following:

  • Renewal "how-to"--Requirements, timelines, and more!
  • Online, self-paced courses--Earn 45 hrs./4.5 CEUs
  • Access to courses that support your interests and needs!
  • Renewal tools!
    • Checklist and planning tool
    • Mentoring support
    • Pay-as-you-go and prepayment options
    • Certificate of training (4.5 CEUs and professional education letter)

CDA Renewal costs

Component Cost

Coursework (45 hours)

Pay-as-you-go ($5 for most modules) or prepayment options available.

Bonus! If you completed the BKC CDA course, you were sent an email with directions on how to receive ten hours of no-cost professional development to use toward CDA Renewal. Check your email notices from Better Kid Care or contact our office.

$115-$130

CDA Renewal application fee

The application fee is paid to the CDA Council for Professional Recognition. CDA candidates apply to the CDA Council for Professional Recognition after completing all Renewal requirements.

Scholarship opportunities for CDA Renewal are also available.

$125

How To Get Started

  1. Sign in to BKC On Demand
  2. Select the CDA tab
  3. Select CDA Renewal coursework and get started!
  4. Have your official CDA Credential ready to verify your CDA setting, award date, and Credential number.

CDA Renewal coursework overview (PDF)