Enhance your expertise and credential to become a qualified director.
Credentialed Early Childhood director
135 Contact hours
Information is available for early childhood educators seeking to enhance their expertise and credentials to qualify as a credentialed Early Childhood director.
Earning Your Credential Will:
- Offer a pathway to becoming a qualified Director of a licensed child care center.
- Assist in developing the knowledge and skills required to deliver the highest quality care for children and families.
- Provide Credentialed Director (C.D.) recognition, positioning you as a leader and role model in the Early Childhood community.
- Show your proficiency in center management, child care experience, and education for young children aged 0-12 years.
- You must Renew your credential every 4 years.
Registration will open in late Fall
NOTE: Attendance is required on both dates each month for all nine modules to complete the course. Registration depends on available space and acceptance into the program. Refer to Lift-ED for registration and to the Director’s mailbox for additional information.
If you have any questions, please contact us at director@mdhs.ms.gov.
director’s Credential Renewal
You must renew your credential every 4 years.
6 Contact hours
Renewal Eligibility:
- Previously completed the MS Director’s Credential (9-Module) course
- Credential has expired or will expire this year.
- Have a copy of your original credential certificate or most recent renewal certificate
Renewal is offered twice per year in the Spring and the Fall in locations throughout the state.
NOTE: Confirmation of enrollment will be sent via email. Monitor your email for additional information regarding training details. Refer to Lift-ED for registration.
If you have any questions, please contact us at director@mdhs.ms.gov.