Montgomery County, MD CDA Quality Enhancement Award

Get Reimbursed for Your CDA Training and Application Fee!

Montgomery County, Maryland is offering a fantastic opportunity for early childhood educators! Through the Montgomery County Quality Enhancement Award, eligible providers can receive full reimbursement for their Child Development Associate (CDA) training costs and initial CDA application fee. If you live or work in Montgomery County and are working toward your CDA, this is funding you don’t want to miss!

What is the Montgomery County CDA Quality Enhancement Award?

This #grant opportunity is designed to financially support #early_childhood professionals in Montgomery County who are actively pursuing the CDA Credential. Offered through Montgomery County’s Child Care Support Services, this initiative helps cover the out-of-pocket costs associated with:

• Self-paced or in-person CDA Training Courses
• The CDA Application Fee through the Council for Professional Recognition

Whether you are just starting your CDA journey or wrapping up your application, this grant can ease your financial burden and help you reach your goals.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the Montgomery County CDA Quality Enhancement Award, you must:

✔️ Live or work in Montgomery County, Maryland
✔️ Be employed at least 20 hours per week at a Maryland-licensed child care center or a registered family child care home
✔️ Hold a current Maryland Child Care Credential at any level

If you meet all three of these criteria, you’re on your way to receiving support!

What Expenses Are Covered?

✅ CDA Training Courses
✅ Initial CDA Application Fee

💸 Reimbursement is available after expenses are incurred, so be sure to keep all your receipts and documentation for submission.

How to Apply

📩 Complete this Google Form provided by Montgomery County. https://forms.montgomerycountymd.gov/ng/fa/g5245n081j6f 

📚 Trainings & Resources to Support Your Journey

At ChildCareEd.com, we offer a variety of CDA training packages and tools to help you meet your goals. Get started today:

📌 Recommended Trainings:

• CDA Training for Infant and Toddler Settings
• CDA Training for Preschool Settings

📖 Helpful Article:

• What Is a CDA Certification? A Complete Breakdown for Aspiring Early Educators