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For more than 65 years, the California Child Development Administrators Association (CCDAA) has supported leaders and administrators of ALL publicly funded early care and education programs in California. CCDAA is a powerful voice in Sacramento, advocating against budget cuts, sponsoring successful legislation to establish, and making your voice heard regarding legislation time and again.

Become a Member

All memberships are processed through CCDAA. Join or renew online or download and mail or fax your membership application. You can mail your membership application to:

CCDAA
1107 2nd Street, Suite 320
Sacramento, CA 95814

CCDAA's membership year runs from July 1 to June 30. We offer a variety of membership levels to serve the needs of agencies both big and small. See what kind of CCDAA membership will best suit you!

Individual Membership
Small Agency Membership
  • $600.00 for the first 2 members (minimum 2 members)
  • $300 for every additional member
  • Maximum 6 members.
Create a new Small Agency Membership  or  Renew your Small Agency Membership
If you are not sure whether you already have a small agency membership, or are experiencing difficulties using the online form, please download a membership form and mail or fax it back to us, or contact ccdaa@ccdaa.org
Large Agency Membership
  • $2,000.00
  • Minimum 7 members, maximum unlimited
Create a large agency membership or Renew a large agency membership
If you are not sure whether you already have a large agency membership, or experience difficulties with the online form, please download a membership form and mail or fax it back to us, or contact ccdaa@ccdaa.org
Associate Membership
  • $300.00
  • For those in associated fields and non-publicly funded agencies
Create or renew your Associate Membership online or download a membership form
Retired Membership
  • $100.00
  • For those who have left their position in the field and will not be returning (this is a lifetime membership)
Create a Retired Membership online or download a membership form

Unfortunately we do not accept purchase orders.  Membership dues are not refundable except under exceptional circumstances and at the discretion of CCDAA.

If you want to become a part of a network of progressive and talented child development and early education professionals & Join CCDAA TODAY! We can't wait to hear from you!

Member Benefits

CCDAA offers a variety of membership benefits for its members. We do this to create a community of state funded childcare and early education providers that support each other through technical assistance, advocacy, and above all&friendship! See what CCDAA has to offer you and your program.

Access to the latest thinking and legislative developments in the field of early childcare and education.  CCDAA members have access to a network of over 500 early care and education administrators throughout California.  CCDAA also provides its members with access to industry experts for discussion about cutting-edge topics at over 20 events presented annually across California.  At these events, CCDAA offers special member rates and the opportunity to earn professional development credits.

Get up-to-date information on late-breaking legislative developments.   Every week, CCDAA provides its members with exclusive legislative and CDE updates!  These updates are designed to enhance communication and allow members to receive up-to-date information about laws and regulations.  This coming year will be an important one for child development policy in California. CCDAA provides a forum for child development professionals to stay informed about the issues that matter most to them, and empowers its members to come together as a community and become advocates.

Develop new peer networks.  As a member of CCDAA, you become part of a statewide organization and regional chapter that opens up new areas of knowledge to help you do your job better, and allows you to connect with your peers across the state.

Access to a career resource center.  As a member of CCDAA, you will have access to exciting career opportunities and a pool of talented professionals that are posted on CCDAA's online employment board free of charge!

Buying programs, and much, much more!  CCDAA offers many special discount buying programs to its members to help them get the resources they need

Above all, you become a part of a community of state-funded childcare providers working to create a brighter future for California's families!