What helped me reach this point in my career was the constant encouragement, the constant feedback and the direction that I received from my teachers at Waubonsee.
Degrees & Certificates
Early Childhood Education
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)Child Care Worker
Certificate of AchievementDirector Level 1
Certificate of AchievementEarly Childhood Education Level 2
Certificate of AchievementEarly Childhood Education Level 3
Certificate of AchievementESL and Bilingual Credential-Level 2
Certificate of AchievementESL and Bilingual Credential-Level 3
Certificate of AchievementInfant and Toddler Level 2
Certificate of AchievementInfant and Toddler Level 3
Certificate of AchievementOverview
The academic development of children is a rewarding profession, and the demand for well-qualified teachers in public and private schools continues to grow.
Whether you are already working in the field or just starting out, Waubonsee’s Early Childhood Education courses will help you make a difference in the lives of children and encourage their growth and development.
Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity Scholarship Update
Illinois Student Assistant Commission (ISAC) will make scholarship awards to eligible, certified applicants, based on a student's financial needs and application date. Students will receive a letter if they are awarded. Note that award notifications MAY come after Waubonsee's add/drop date, and you are responsible for educational costs if not selected for an award. We encourage you to contact financial aid to understand your options for additional financial aid.
Studying Early Childhood Education at Waubonsee
Our professors have strong, real-world experience in early childhood education and teach classes that explore a variety of approaches and techniques to help you develop your personal teaching style.
ECE programs at Waubonsee have been approved by the Illinois Network of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies to offer the following credentials as part of the “Gateways to Opportunity: Illinois Professional Development System:”
- Early Childhood Education (ECE) Credential Levels 2, 3 and 4
- ESL/Bilingual Credential Levels Levels 2, 3 and 4
- Infant and Toddler Credential Levels 2, 3 and 4
- Illinois Director Credential Level I
Waubonsee Alum Story
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Working in Early Childhood Education
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