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Important Update: CDA® Process Changes Effective 2/2/2026  

Beginning February 2, 2026, the Council is implementing an enhanced CDA credentialing decision process. Candidates must now upload their CDA Professional Portfolio to their application in YourCouncil. Please note: This change is not reflected in the current CDA Competency Standards books. For more information on the process please click here.  
 
Actualización importante: Cambios en el proceso CDA® vigentes a partir del 2/2/2026 

A partir del 2 de febrero de 2026, el Concilio implementará un proceso mejorado para la toma de decisiones sobre la credencial CDA. Ahora, los candidatos deberán cargar/subir su Portafolio Profesional CDA a la hora de completar su solicitud en línea en YourCouncil. Importante: Este cambio no se refleja en los libros actuales de las Normas de Competencia CDA. Para obtener más información sobre el proceso, haga clic aquí.
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