ECIC DE RISE Scholarships – Quorum Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: For individuals seeking high-quality training to earn or renew their Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
Application Available: January 1, 2026
Deadline Date: December 31, 2026

Scholarship Details:

This scholarship is ideal for individuals seeking high-quality training to earn or renew their Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. With over 200 hours of training available in both English and Spanish, it offers a flexible, self-paced learning experience. Please note that this scholarship does not include additional support or coaching. Recipients will receive a one-year subscription to access these resources.

Eligibility Requirements

All ECIC DE RISE Scholarships require applicants to work at least 20 hours per week directly with children in a Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) licensed early care and education program. For scholarships offering a completion stipend, scholars must complete six (6) months of consecutive employment for a minimum of 20 hours per week in Delaware, serving children from prenatal to 2nd grade and/or their families. This six-month employment requirement begins based on the conferral date listed on the DE RISE Associate or Bachelor’s diploma or the credential date on the CDA® Credential for DE RISE CDA Comprehensive and DE RISE CDA Voucher Only Scholars.

How to Apply

To apply for an ECIC DE RISE Scholarship:

  1. Log in or create an account in the Delaware Early Care and Education Portal.
  2. Click the “Professional Portal” icon.
  3. Select “View My Scholarship Journey” and complete the requested information.
  4. From the “My Scholarship Type” dropdown, choose the scholarship application you wish to complete.

Award Amount: Free subscription

Award Details:

Recipients will receive a one-year subscription to access these resources.

Website/URL: https://ecic.desu.edu/all-scholarships/

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Name: ECIC Main Contact
Contact Email: ECIC@desu.edu
Contact Phone Number: 302-857-7400

Filters:

Eligibility: Ethnicity/Race, Financial Need, Undocumented
Areas of Study: Education & School Supports
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior, Workforce
Institution Type: Delaware Institutions