For first-time permit holders or upgrades, please request a transcript evaluation by emailing your assigned Credential Specialist. You will need to provide your name, transcripts, and information regarding an initial permit inquiry or an upgrade. Please contact the Credential Specialist assigned to the first letter of your last name. See the chart below.

PERMIT LEVELS:

• Assistant Permit

  A Child Development Assistant Permit authorizes the holder to care for and assist in the development and instruction of children in a child care and development program under the supervision of a Child Development Permit (CDP) Associate Teacher, CDP Teacher, CDP Master Teacher, CDP Site Supervisor, or CDP Program Director.

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• Associate Permit

  A Child Development Associate Teacher Permit authorizes the holder to provide service in the care, development, and instruction of children in a child care and development program, and supervise a CDP Assistant, and an aide.

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• Teacher Permit

  A Child Development Teacher Permit authorizes the holder to provide service in the care, development, and instruction of children in a child care and development program, and supervise a CDP Associate Teacher, a CDP Assistant, and an aide.

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• Master Teacher Permit

  A Child Development Master Teacher Permit authorizes the holder to provide service in the care, development, and instruction of children in a child care and development program, and supervise a CDP Teacher, CDP Associate Teacher, CDP Assistant, and an aide. The permit also authorizes the holder to serve as a coordinator of curriculum and staff development in a child care and development program.

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• Site Supervisor Permit

  A Child Development Site Supervisor Permit authorizes the holder to supervise a child care and development program operating at a single site; provide service in the care, development, and instruction of children in a child care and development program; and serve as a coordinator of curriculum and staff development in a child care and development program.

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• Program Director Permit

  A Child Development Program Director Permit authorizes the holder to supervise a child care and development program operated in a single site or multiple sites; provide service in the care, development, and instruction of children in a child care and development program; and serve as coordinator of curriculum and staff development in a child care and development program.

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