Training Scholarships

What kind of training scholarships are available?

The following training scholarships are available for providers employed in licensed center and family child care programs in Utah.

CDA Scholarships

These scholarships cover the $325 direct assessment fee for CDA candidates, or the $50 CDA renewal fee.

NCCA Administrator’s Credential Scholarships

These scholarships help to cover the $450 fee for taking the National Administrator’s Credential (NAC) training.

Who is eligible for a training scholarship?

CDA Scholarships

Any child care worker currently employed in a licensed family or center child care program who meets the income eligibility requirements found on the following table (300% of federal poverty guidelines) is eligible to apply for a CDA scholarship or a CDA renewal scholarship.

Household Size	Total Household Income
1	$25,056
2	$33,768
3	$42,480
4	$51,156
5	$59,868
6	$68,580
7	$77,256
8	$85,968
9	$94,680
10	$103,356

NCCA Administrator’s Credential Scholarships

In order to be eligible for a NCCA National Administrator’s Credential scholarship, you must be currently employed at least half time in a licensed center or family child care program.

How do I apply for a training scholarship?

For information on how to apply for a CDA scholarship, call the Child Care Professional Development Institute at (801) 957-4469, or toll free at 1-888-963-8558.

To download form for CDA scholarships, click here.

To apply for an NCCA National Administrator Credential scholarship, contact Johnny Anderson in Salt Lake City at (801) 205-7574.