A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential from the Council for Professional Recognition is a common requirement.
An Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is another option.
A Technical College Diploma (TCD) or Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in Early Childhood Education or Child Development also meets the requirement.
A Bachelor's degree, especially in Early Childhood Education, is another acceptable qualification.
In some cases, 25 quarter hours or 15 semester hours from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development may be accepted.