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Receive training and support through live interactive training sessions to apply for a Preschool, Infant/Toddler, or Family Child Development Associate Credential.
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Leaps and Bounds Family Services has a new address!
11370 Hupp Ave, Warren, MI 48089
Leaps and Bounds hosted a celebratory CDA Ceremony for child care providers who completed the rigorous process of earning their CDA Credential! The Child Development Associate (CDA) is a nationally recognized credential awarded upon completion of a comprehensive training program.
Leaps and Bounds Family Services is one of two organizations in the state who have been awarded the CDA Gold Standard for demonstrating high quality execution of this comprehensive training program. Among the credentialed participants, in attendance at the celebration were also representatives from the CDA Council, Early Childhood Investment Corporation, Wayne Regional Educational Service Agency, United Way and Macomb ISD.

Resources
Detroit childcare provider beats the odds five years after COVID-related coma | Outlier Media | |
Nearly 3,000 Michigan kids at risk of losing Head Start services due to federal shutdown | Detroit Free Press | |
Most Oakland County Head Start students remain unaffected by government shutdown, for now. | The Royal Oak Tribute | |
Head Start programs flash red lights ahead of November funding cliff | NBC News | |
60 years of Head Start. What's next? | Second Wave Michigan | |
Checking up on child care costs | Marketplace Morning Report | |
Breakthrough Research Shows the Complexity and Brilliance of Babies’ Brains | The 74 Million | |
Preschool Isn't Prep—It's Prime Time for Brain Growth | Psychology Today | |
Child care costs in the United States | Economic Policy Institute | |
Low-Income Working Mothers Face 'Basic Needs Barrier' | Newsweek |
Testimonials & Impact Stories
"Thank you! These trainings are always so great. Thank you for the wonderful resources. :)"
Participant
ECE Training
October 2025
"It’s easier to work with my family schedule after long workdays - eliminates making a long day even longer with extra travel time and fuel expenses. I was able to take away so many valuable things to incorporate in the classroom. It was very meaningful to learn from the instructor as well as gain the perspectives and thoughts of everyone who joined virtually. We were given the opportunity to work together through breakout rooms as well as through the chat."
Virtual Training Participant
Participant
Virtual Training
June 2025
"I absolutely love the trainings you guys have to offer. Especially the webinars that can be accessed any time of the day. This method of PDA training works best for me."
Participant
Parent Teacher Conference Trainings
March 2024
"I want to congratulate you on what you guys have done and accomplished. I love that you guys are giving quality education to impoverished children because education is so important, especially from a young age. The reason why I am sending this email to you guys is because I am happy to see people are making a change in the world and in the long run, will help our world and society. "
School District in New York State
Feedback
December 2023
"Thank you for inquiring about my CDA journey. I finished up the credentialing process in October. I am now a proud recipient of a CDA certificate for preschool. Thank you for all your help and for reviewing my portfolio in August."
Rachelle Christensen, Participant
CDA Courses
December 2023
My name is Lorna Parks from House of Joy Childcare. I would like to thank The WOM Resource center and the Infant Toddler cohort and Miss Jenny Maynard for providing the infant and toddler training for us early childhood education practitioners to continue to improve our establishments. Jenny’s availability exceeded my expectations. I could call at any time given time and get a timely response. The opportunity given to network and bounce ideas off of each other was priceless. The assistance with technology, the access to-resources that were available and the time she shared with me to submit our application for my Great Start to Quality rating was more than enough and she came back, allowing me time to revise my documents and accomplish becoming a five level Licensed home childcare provider!
We always had a nice balance of healthy and good tasting snacks at our meet ups.
I looked forward to our in person, meetings, knowing that I could always laugh and smile with Jenny and the other Childcare owners, as well as their teachers.
Our suggestions were always considered when it came to what classes we desire to have in the future I look forward to American Sign Language classes for our young infants and our nonverbal children with cognitive concerns
I truly enjoy the the many zoom training sessions that provide information and assistance on trainings classes and help keep us in compliance with Licensing and maintaining our levels for Great Start to Quality.
Jenny's patience, humor and expertise was well received by myself and others! Continue to support and educate the teachers of our future.
Lorna Parks, House of Joy Childcare
School District in New York
Email to the Director
December 2023
"It allowed me to gain new perspectives and better understand how others approach similar situations in childcare. it was insightful to see things through different lenses while also reflecting on my own views. I really enjoyed this class. 10/10!"
Participant
Toddler Techniques Training
June 2025
Q: "What was the most helpful part of this training?"
A: "That I could take the class at a time that worked for me! (Pre-recorded class)"
ECE Provider
ECE Pre-recorded Training
November 2023
"Omg! Thank you so much for the love, support, and this opportunity. Thank you for another chance as well with the portfolio class. It was very much needed and appreciated. I cried this morning, I wasn't expecting the results to come back that quickly. I am proud of myself for all I've been through. I made it. I did it. I can't thank you enough. I love you, Mrs. Green. Thank you. Big hugs for you!
Thank you & Leaps N Bounds Family Services 💕"
Participant
CDA Courses
December 2023
"I’d like to share that the training gave me new insights into how small daily interactions can significantly impact children’s learning and development. I’m excited to apply these strategies and see the positive effects on the children I work with."
Participant
ECE Training
October 2025
"I am very happy to announce that I have been awarded my CDA credentials on this day. It was a long journey with many hours of Saturday class interactions, building up the portfolio, and finally setting up the visit and the exam.
It would not have been possible without the Leaps and Bounds program and individual dedicated support from Ms Green. I am very delighted to have earned the credentials and make good friends throughout the journey. I look forward to continue having a long-lasting connection with the support system while I embark on my next goals.
Thank you again for all the support provided throughout."
Hema, Participant
CDA Course
August 2024
"Thank you so much. That training was really helpful and I'm so glad we were able to do that. I really appreciate it."





