Valora Washington

Dr. Valora Washington is a recognized authority in early care and education with over 30 years of experience. As the CEO of the Council for Professional Recognition, Dr. Washington leads the largest credentialing program for early educators in the USA, the Child Development Associate®(CDA) Credential. Dr. Washington has authored numerous publications including: Ready or Not—Early Care and Education’s Leadership Choices 12 Years Later, coauthored with Stacie G. Goffin.