Level I: Infant Family Associate
Requirements: Preparation of a Portfolio
- Education, Work Experience and Training
- a) Official transcript from Child Development Associate (CDA)
OR
b) Official transcript from Associate?s degree (AD) in related area or c) two years infant and early childhood-related paid work experience (include official transcripts from any college courses completed toward CDA or AD). 30 clock hours of relationship-based education and training pertaining to the social and emotional development of infants, toddlers and families - Professional Reference Ratings
- Three ratings from:
- Teacher
- CDA mentor
- instructor
- supervisor
- consultant and/or colleague
- At least one of the ratings must be from a current teacher, CDA mentor, instructor, or supervisor. Also, at least one of the ratings must come from an individual who meets MI-AIMH Endorsement requirements at Level II, III, or IV (see Level II, III, or IV).
- Code of Ethics Statement, Agreement, Candidate’s Waiver
- Signed
- Documentation of Competencies
- Written examination not required for applicants seeking Endorsement at Level I
- Professional Membership
- Membership in MI-AIMH or another infant mental health association
Continuing Endorsement Requirements:
- Education and Training
- 15 clock hours per year of relationship-based education and training, approved by the organization, specific to the social and emotional well-being of infants, toddlers and families (e.g. regional training, related course work at colleges or universities, infant mental health conference attendance, local training); documentation of training hours submitted with membership renewal
- Professional Membership
- Annual renewal of membership in MI-AIMH or another infant mental health association