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WHAT STUDENTS SAY ABOUT US

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I used CDA stars for my first time when I needed to renew my CDA. I am now renewing my CDA for the second time through CDA stars, I can not say enough about how wonderful my experience has been with CDA stars. To have the opportunity to do at home and on my own time is awesome. The courses are well put together and easy to follow. The classes also provide great knowledge to use my classroom. Thank you so much CDA stars!!!

 ~ Stephanie B. (Tennessee​) 3/24/2020

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I am loving the structure and organization of this program. It really is detailed enough to give me all the information I need without feeling overwhelmed. 
Plus, the quickness of the assignment checks is really reassuring! ​  ​

~  ​Samantha V. (Washington) 2/11/2020 
Child Care Basics

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I felt the course was well done the support was great and there was great resources for those taking the course to use and share in their different settings. We were provided with ways to discuss with others and the instructor was timely in getting back to me. I am electronically challenged and the instructor helped me through. I would definitely recommend the course to anyone working with young children.

~  Lila B. (Washington) 3/27/2020

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I really enjoyed this class. I learned so much about myself and that this is truly the field for me. I also learned a lot of valuable information about resolving conflict with some of the children in my class who tend to be violent. I hope that I can help them even more in the future. I also liked that I could do this at my own pace, especially because I am already a full time student and full time teacher. I would have lost my mind on one more thing that had specific due dates.

~  Starla R.  (Washington) 6/28/2016
Child Care Basics

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I really like how I can do this program on my own time. The format of the training is put together very well and is informative.

~ Marlene H. (Minnesota) 4/10/2018
CDA Renewal Training Online (Nexport) - Preschool​

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Loved how easy to follow the modules were. I would recommend this program to anyone interested in obtaining the required 120 hours for their CDA training.

​~ Wendy S. (Hawaii) 5/01/2019
​CDA Training Online (Nexport) - Payment Plan Module 1

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​I’ve started recently with successful solutions. This Online course is awesome, I'm doing it on my own pace, and love the quizzes at the end of each chapter to make sure you understand and kind of a review to all what you read. And the chat is there on each page to ask anything that comes to mind and they answer really fast. 

 ~  Salam A. (Texas) 5/15/2019
CDA Training Virtual Classroom (Instructor-Led)

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​I don't know how I could even think of caring for children without this training. I was able to apply it to my work as I progressed in the training. I never wanted it to end. I saved all of the documents and made a list of websites to return to for more exploration. My supervisor allowed me to take my lap top into the classroom and work on stars while my toddlers slept their nap. I literally would think, as soon as they wake up, I'm going to try this technique. The only negative feedback I have is that all of the videos of centers seemed so perfect. I work in a non-profit that barely squeaks by each month. Our facility is not attractive, our resources are old and our staff is not the best and brightest. We also serve a lot of really challenged kids. But we do the best we can with what we have. Thank you so much for all of the time and thought that went into this 30-hour training. I look forward to continuing my studies.

~ Patsy (Washington) 4/29/2015
​Child Care Basics

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I was delighted on how user friendly this course has been. I had been delaying starting the course because I am not in love with screen time. I have already used some of the information and guidance on communicating with parents and appreciated the refresher for expectations of child development of the different ages.

~ Andrea (Washington) 5/24/2012
10 Hours Director STARS Training Package C

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I like the online program. It was very convenient to work at my own pace. I liked the different styles of teaching and learning material. I feel that the cost was affordable. Each module was precise and to the point. Comment questions were thought provoking. I'm glad someone was available to answer questions right away. I used Live Chat when I first was looking online about how to become certified through the state of Washington. There was another company offering online STARS training, however they didn't have live chat available and couldn't answer my questions, Successful Solutions Development did so I chose them.

~ Mimi (Washington) 6/01/2016
​Child Care Basics

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Love the courses. I was able to complete all 8 modules within one month.

~ Christina L. (New York) 2/14/2019
CDA Training Online (Nexport) Payment Plan Module 8

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I really enjoy my workshops. I look forward to taking more in the future. I will also recommend this site to my staff and friends.

    ~  Dion (Washington) 5/24/2012
Anger Management for Adults (1 hour/.1 CEU)​

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I love, love, love going at my own rate. I loved how helpful the trainer was. Being online, its hard to know who's behind the scenes and I wonder how qualified they are. I was more than thoroughly pleased with the support and knowledge from the trainer as well as the online chat support. Both were extremely knowledgeable and prompt, exceeding my expectations in a supreme way. In a nutshell: you rock! :-)  Online chat is a way to feel connected to the students. When I used it the one time, I was provided with more knowledgeable and friendly help than expected creating a tremendous amount of relief that there was support and oddly even made me feel connected to the anonymous people behind the scenes of the course.

~ Amy (Washington)   3/31/2014
Child Care Basics

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Really enjoyed this class and would highly recommend it. Out of all the classes that I took, this is the one that I enjoyed the most. I found it positive and very resourceful and I am looking forward to implementing what I learned.

 ~  Maria T. (Washington) 1/04/2019
Teaching Tools for Classroom Management (2 clock hours)​

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I have immensely benefited from this training. I started this with the thought that this is just a necessary requirement in your resume for interviews. It is beyond that. It is a training which is not only needed for childcare jobs but an eye opener for families and parents.

~ Ratnamala C. (Washington) 11/28/2018
Child Care Basics

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I truly appreciate this type of training. It is current and enhances any students knowledge of the early childhood education. If you are a slow learner, it provides you the capability to take in the information at your individual pace.

~ Joyce (Washington) 1/23/2014
10 Hours Director STARS Training Package C (10 hours/1 CEU)

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I really loved doing the student discussion boards and seeing everyone else's opinions/responses. It was a way of feedback or ideas almost from others who are taking the course. This has really enhanced my learning about child development and my duties working with children!

 ~ Jordynn (Washington) 3/01/2014
​Child Care Basics

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I loved the different learning tools that were provided throughout. Reading, Videos, and handouts. This course was very beneficial to my learning and also a great refreshment to what I have already learned. Looking forward to completing more of my hours through this website.

~  Rachel (Washington) 1/22/2019
Interactions and Guidance (2 hours/.2 CEU)

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I have been using successful solutions for six years and not only feel that it is such a great resource but have passed on successful solutions to many of my colleagues and peers.

~ Danielle (Washington) 2/27/2019
10 Hours Director STARS Training Package C (10 hours/1 CEU)

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I love this course. I've learned so much, the first modules were more long but the last ones took no time. I got my certificate right away. Chat was very helpful.

~ Amalia  (Washington) 4/3/2014
​Child Care Basics

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I truly believe these are very applicable trainings. Perhaps it is because it is part of the CDA training. Some of the other STARS/MERIT trainings available (not through Successful Solutions) are so rudimentary that they border on ridiculous. All of the trainings I have done through Successful Solutions have been excellent. Thank you!

~ Nichole  (Washington) 5/24/2012
10 Hours Director STARS Training Package A (10 hours/1 CEU)

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Excellent course! My excitement for the ECE field increased with every lesson. Great handouts. Live Chat has quick responders. I'll be back to Successful Solutions in the future.

~ Gail E. (Washington) 5/5/2019
​Child Care Basics

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This training is AMAZING! It fits into my busy lifestyle and I am able to take these tests anytime or any day if I choose to !!!!  I really enjoyed the some activities to get children involved in thinking and being creative so I plan to add a few games and such!

  ~ Tiffany (Washington) 4/17/2019
10 Hours Director STARS Training Package C​ (10 hours/1 CEU)

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I enjoyed the class very much. It's the first on line class I feel I really benefited from. I would recommend to everyone.

   ~  Sally M. (Washington) 12/10/2018
Making Masterpieces: Art Appreciation for Preschoolers (3 clock hours) ​

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I found it all tremendously helpful in continuing my Early Childhood training for Administration. This was my first online instruction and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

~  Linda (Washington) 3/06/2019
10 Hours Director STARS Training Package B (10 hours/1 CEU)

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Loved the Lesson Plans! I look forward to applying the lessons during our Eric Carle week of story time Summer and adapting similar lessons throughout the year.

~  Elizabeth (Washington) 11/29/2018
Creative Expression: An Eric Carle Lesson (1 clock hour)

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It is great experience to walk through that training, I will also recommend not only for teachers but also it for parents!!! Very helpful, thank you.

~ Monika (Washington) 7/15/2018
​Child Care Basics

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The program is easy to navigate. The information is very good I am learning a lot more than I thought. I click into further study and it helps so much to clarify a subject. And if I have questions I can chat with successful solutions anytime. I couldn't be happier with this program. I would give the program an A.

~  Louise M. (Ohio) 1/10/2019
CDA Virtual Classroom (15 hours)​

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The lessons are easy to follow and are straight to the point. They are loaded with the exact information towards the topic and the test are simple and multiple choice or true or false and if its a missed answer to a question it will have you review that material. I look forward to my lessons it's not an overload of material and an easy read or it reads to you a great way to stay focused. 

~  Rocelyn P. (Kansas) 1/12/2019
CDA Virtual Classroom Unit 2 ​

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I completed the class in 4 days to get it completed. The class was very informative and the multi-method of teaching was superior. The other resources provided helped with answering the essay questions. It will help me in caring for children at the daycare. I think that this or a similar program should be made available for all new parents.

 ~ Cheryl N. (Washington) 2/13/2019
​Child Care Basics

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I am very excited to be taking this course online. I love being able to work at my own pace and when it is convenient for me. I have called the help desk several times and they have answered right away. Everyone has been very helpful and very kind.

~  Diana B. (Indiana) 1/29/2019
CDA Training Virtual Classroom (All 8 Units) 

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Absolutely an amazing course. Very detailed information. Enjoyed it a lot.

  ~  Amanda W. (Washington) 3/21/2019
Supporting Children for Life Success (5 clock hours)

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This review is for the last four classes...All of these classes are geared for success and very pertinent info for us preschool teachers...they are not burdensome...nor intimidating...yet one comes away with the feeling of increased competency with each class...able to concentrate on the material instead of worrying about tests and flunking etc. I am so appreciative of the format of these classes...thank you to all concerned!!!!! 

~  Pat F. (Washington) 1/28/2018
Art Integration: Exploring Creativity with Young Children (1 clock hour)

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​I liked being able to review immediately. It helped me remember the information. I understand aspects of Early Childhood Education and behavior that I never knew before.

~ Carol (Washington) 3/06/2019
10 Hours Director STARS Training Package A (10 hours/1 CEU)

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I purchased the full program of CDA Training Virtual Classroom ( 8 Units) This is my third week and I am already at the end of Unit 2. Everything is working great so far. The lesson are knowledgeable full of information and hands on activities, quizzes are easy with repetitive options, very helpful on step by step portfolio buildup. I am using my mobile phone and no issues so far. The trainers are so helpful and ready to chat all the time if help needed. I love the way they check for any missing assignments and notify via e-mail. 

~  Etleva B. (Michigan) 2/11/2019
CDA Training Virtual Classroom (All 8 Units)

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I absolutely love the course! I am learning so much. The content is informative; the way it is designed is very user friendly; I am grateful for this opportunity to further my education.  Thank you and I would certainly recommend this curriculum for those who are interested in getting their CDA credentialing.

~ Tammy P. (Washington) 1/26/2019
CDA Training Online - Payment Plan Module 1

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I really love It. I am a mother of two little children , I don't have the time to go to school, so this training is perfect for me, I study one hour a day everyday , I am learning so much , it is very easy and convenient the way the information is presented. Thank you so much.

~ Vanessa M. (California) 4/16/2018
CDA Training Online - Payment Plan Module 3

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Amazing company and very professional. I enjoyed every moment with you. I have learned a lot and you were great to me. Thank you!

~  Donatella V. (Florida) 10/03/2018
CDA Virtual Classroom Unit 1 ​

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I've completed stars requirements with successful solutions for the past few years....format is very clear...stress free....and i always come away with new information...I've taught preschool children for over 30yrs ....and i so appreciate the availability and ease of learning with successful solutions...thank you...

- Pat F. (Washington) 2/7/2020​
​Curriculum and Learning Environments 10 Hour Package

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 I wanted to say I am very grateful for this course and being able to take it online to renew my CDA. It was much easier than having to go to a campus for this. I learned a lot from this course and always enjoy learning new information. I am now enrolled and am taking the Director Credential Renewal course, and I am sure I will learn a lot more. Thank you

Leia W. (Florida) 1/15/2020
Birth to Five 45 Hour FCCPC Renewal Training​

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I recently enrolled in the CDA Training and I am enjoying the courses so far. Everything is easily understood and easy to access.

Cassi L. (Arizona) 1/22/2020
Unit 1 - CDA Virtual Classroom (15 hours)​

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Very good and helpful training. I'll encourage teachers and parents to take this training.

Alma S., 2/19/2020
​Encouraging Parental Involvement(1 hour/.1 CEU)

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The whole process was straightforward, instructions were clear. The course is very useful and engaging. It can be accessed from the desktop of the phone and will show your progress so you can continue where you left off. 

~ Marina G. (Washington)  6/4/2019
​Child Care Basics

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A great program that allows you to work at your own pace. Very informative and thorough. 

- Darenda B. (New York) 2/21/2019
CDA Training Online - Infant and Toddler

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