Program Overview
This program is for students who want to both transfer early childhood courses to a four-year university and attain Level 3 Credentials to meet ExceleRate/employer requirements.
Additional Program Information
Gateways credentials are awarded and recognized by the Illinois Department of Human Services Bureau of Child Care and Development and are not granted through the Illinois Community College Board.
Program Requirements
Major Courses
| CDEV 1513 | Child Growth & Development | 3 Credits |
| CDEV 2633 | Health, Nutrition & Safety | 3 Credits |
| CDEV 2513 | Child, Family & Community Relations | 3 Credits |
| CDEV 2523 | Intro to Early Childhood Education | 3 Credits |
| | Child Development Electives | 6 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18 |
General Education
| ENGL 1613 | English I | 3 Credits |
| PSYC 1813 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 Credits |
| MATH 1613 | Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I | 3 Credits |
| EDUC 1833 | The Exceptional Learner/Child | 3 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Total Credit Hours: 30
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Advisors are available to assist you with general information about KCC’s programs and services.
Call: 815-802-8500
Email: advising@kcc.edu
Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Fridays 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(closed most Fridays in May, June and July)