Ashley Smith

Marchman Technical Education Center

The Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) is a nationally recognized entry level credential in the field of Early Childhood Education. It is issued by the Council for Professional Recognition.

Pinellas Technical Education Center-Clearwater

I learned to analyze the leadership role of the program administrator in creating and sustaining an effective organizational structure in a child care and education setting; develop effective personnel policies and procedures; develop a system for staff recruitment; develop a system for financial planning, budgeting and marketing strategies; demonstrate an understanding of legal obligations/responsibilities of a child care facility including those related to tax laws, insurance, and licensure;… Show more I learned to analyze the leadership role of the program administrator in creating and sustaining an effective organizational structure in a child care and education setting; develop effective personnel policies and procedures; develop a system for staff recruitment; develop a system for financial planning, budgeting and marketing strategies; demonstrate an understanding of legal obligations/responsibilities of a child care facility including those related to tax laws, insurance, and licensure; apply knowledge of program elements needed to implement and sustain a culturally sensitive, non-discriminatory and inclusive environment based upon principles of child development and professional standards; maintain a system for ongoing assessment and documentation related to children within the child care center program; develop a system for monitoring child care facility practices related to health, safety, and nutrition. Show less

Hillsborough Community College

Misawa Disaster Clean Up Volunteer

Associated with Ashley Smith