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Mt. Hood Community College – Child Development Associate – Preschool Credential for ESL Learners

Last updated on October 2, 2026

Basic Information

  • Region: South/Southeast/Gresham
  • Address: 26000 SE Stark St. Gresham, OR 97026

Contact Information

Class Details

  • Format: In Person, Hybrid
  • Type: ESL, Other Resource
  • Level: Intermediate
  • Cost: Fee ($)
  • Days: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
  • Times: Evening
  • Childcare: No Childcare Available
  • Registration: Registration Required

Description

A new and special career pathways program for ESL learners, immigrants and refugees!
Train to receive a Child Development Associate (Preschool) certificate. You will receive extra academic support, credential exam preparation, and job search assistance.

Program starts January 4, 2027 through December 11, 2027 - 12 months
5 hours of online ESL instruction held weekly on Tuesday and Thursdays, 6:30-9:00pm
In addition, part time training during the week, 6 hours per week of online and in person Child Development Associate (CDA) held two Saturdays per month.

Students must have high school diploma or equivalent. Must obtain 480 hours of experience in a preschool or an in-home program.
Intermediate English readng, writing and speaking skills are required for this program - all applicants must take an English proficiency test.

Tuition assistance and scholarships may be available. To learn more contact: Angelique Kauffman-Rodriguez. Phone: 510-972-3313 (text or call) Email: Angelique.Kauffman@mhcc.edu

    Volunteer Information

  • No volunteers needed at this time.

Mt. Hood Community College – Child Development Associate – Preschool Credential for ESL Learners

26000 Southeast Stark Street, Gresham, OR, USA
503-9722-3313 (text or call)