CDA Professionalism and Ethical Practices 2

Question 1

The NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct places the highest priority on:

Accepted Answer

The well-being of children

Answer

The NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct's first principle is to prioritize the well-being of children above all other considerations.

Question 2

An educator suspects a child is experiencing abuse at home. Under the CDA professional framework and state law, the educator should:

Accepted Answer

Report the suspicion to the appropriate child protective services agency immediately

Answer

Early childhood educators are mandated reporters required by law to report suspected child abuse or neglect to child protective services.

Question 3

Which of the following demonstrates professional behavior in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining confidentiality of all child and family information

Answer

Maintaining confidentiality is a core professional obligation that protects families' privacy and builds trust.

Question 4

Continuing professional development is important for CDA professionals because:

Accepted Answer

It ensures educators stay current with research, best practices, and evolving standards

Answer

Ongoing professional development keeps educators current with research-based practices, new standards, and evolving understanding of child development.

Question 5

A colleague asks you to falsify documentation about a child's progress. What is the ethical response?

Accepted Answer

Refuse and, if necessary, report the request to a supervisor

Answer

Falsifying documentation is unethical and potentially illegal; the professional response is to refuse and escalate appropriately.

(CDA) Child Development Associate Practice Test

(CDA) Child Development Associate Practice Test

CDA Professionalism and Ethical Practices 2