Program Overview
The Illinois Gateways Level Four Credential builds upon the framework of the Level Three Credential with additional child development coursework along with supervised experience in an approved early childhood education setting. The Credential program is designed to support movement through the state of Illinois Career Lattice. The Level Four Credential expands on foundational professional knowledge, requires attainment of an associate degree, and supports progression to the Level Five Credential or direct exit into the field.
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
This certificate requires completion of an associate degree or 60 semester hours including:
| ECED1513 | Child Growth & Development | 3 Credits |
| ECED2633 | Health, Nutrition & Safety | 3 Credits |
| ECED2523 | Intro to Early Childhood Education | 3 Credits |
| ECED2543 | Child Study & Observation | 3 Credits |
| ECED2533 | Early Childhood Curriculum Development | 3 Credits |
| ECED2513 | Child, Family & Community Relations | 3 Credits |
| ECED2403 | Clinical Experience | 3 Credits |
| EDUC1833 | The Exceptional Learner/Child | 3 Credits |
| ENGL1613 | English I | 3 Credits |
| PSYC1813 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 Credits |
| Early Childhood Education Elective | 3 Credits |
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