Early Childhood Education Level Three Credential – Certificate

Program Overview

The Illinois Gateways Level Three Credential builds upon the Level Two Credential core with 9 semester hours of general education coursework and a total of 18 hours of child development. The Gateways program is designed to support movement through the state of Illinois Career Lattice. The Level Three Credential expands on foundational professional knowledge, and supports progression to the Level Four 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

Major Courses

ECED1513Child Growth & Development

3 Credits

ECED2633Health, Nutrition & Safety

3 Credits

ECED2523Intro to Early Childhood Education

3 Credits

ECED2543Child Study & Observation

3 Credits

ECED2533Early Childhood Curriculum Development

3 Credits

ECED2513Child, Family & Community Relations

3 Credits

ENGL1613English I

3 Credits

MATH1613Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I

3 Credits

PSYC1813Introduction to Psychology

3 Credits

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