Early Childhood Educator Series Courses Contact Information Full Name * Email Address * Date * Phone Number * Below is a checklist of the items you will need to complete to earn your CDA Credential. Please let us know where you are in the process. 1. Complete all 11 Early Childhood Educator Series Courses. Completed 2. Obtain 480 hours of professional work experience. Completed Still working on it How many hours do you have so far? 3. Prepare your CDA Professional Portfolio. Completed Still working on it Haven't started yet 4. Find a CDA Professional Development Specialist. Completed Still working on it Haven't started yet Note I am ready to apply for the CDA Credential. Please send me signed verification for the courses I have completed which I will send in with my application. Submit