The Child Development Renewal Program is for individuals who need to renew their Child Development Associate certification.

Prerequisites: CDA Credentials

Age: Adults 17+

Location Served: Rochester/Monroe County and surrounding counties

Child Development Associate Renewal Program Entry Requirements: 

• Current Year Income
  • 1040/1040A or 1040 EZ Tax Form (wage statement and paystubs NOT accepted); or
  • Letter of Introduction and current Budget Sheet from DHS; or
  • Total income from Social Security, Disability, or Supplemental Security
• Photo Identification
  • United States Citizenship (New York State Driver License, United States Passport or NYS Department of Human Services Photo Benefit Card); or 
  • Legal Alien Status (I-94 or Green Card)
• Immunization Record
  • PPD record from physician
• Entry Requirements: Complete REOC student information profile, record of PPD, completed reference form from child care director.

Program Duration: 10 weeks

Academic Calendar and Hours of Program Operation:  Please Click Here for Current Program Schedule.

Cost: Tuition-free

Fees: Approximately $105

Career Options: Continuation and advancement in the early Childhood field. 

Career Outlook: Click Here to view career options in America's Job Bank

Please be advised: If you are seeking training and future employment in a child care or health care related field, a background check will be required for this type of employment. Individuals seeking certification or licensure in child care or a health care related field will be required to submit a background check prior to certification or licensure being granted.

NOTE: ALL INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE