Which credentials and degrees can I earn?

DECAL Scholars provides tuition assistance through the Scholarships program for many credentials and degrees in early childhood education programs of study. The following credentials and degrees qualify for our Scholarships program:

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC)
Technical College Diploma (TCD)
Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)
Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS)
MACTE-accredited Montessori Program Credential (Infant/Toddler and Early Childhood Programs only)

DECAL Scholars programs, funded by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL), empower Georgia’s early childhood educators to advance their careers and provide exceptional care and education to children and families. We envision a future where educators are dedicated to their profession, achieve their educational goals, and contribute to the highest standards of early childhood education in Georgia. DECAL Scholars programs for early childhood educators include Scholarships for the CDA credential and college credentials and degrees, Incentives salary bonuses, and educational counseling services. DECAL Scholars programs are managed by Care Solutions, Inc.

Rules and eligibility requirements are subject to change without notification. Applications are updated when program revisions occur.

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