The initial certificate may be a point of entry or a continuation of professional development. This 12 credit course certificate teaches to and assesses for the competencies comparable to the Child Development Associate (CDA). The initial certificate is the first "stackable certificate" providing a foundation for the ECE State Credential and Associate degree.

For more about the Early Achievers Grant and general program information, please contact Heather Inge at 425-503-5043 or hinge@rtc.edu.