Degrees & Certificates
Early Childhood Education
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)Early Childhood Education
Associate in Science - TransferChild Care Worker
Certificate of AchievementEarly Childhood Educ Level 2
Certificate of AchievementInfant and Toddler Level 2
Certificate of AchievementSchool Age Level 2
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 plan to continue your own education or obtain your credential and begin working right away, Waubonsee’s Early Childhood Education Program will help you make a difference in the lives of children, enabling their growth and development and preparing them to become lifelong learners.
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
- Infant and Toddler Credential Levels 2, 3 and 4
- School-Age and Youth Development Levels 2, 3 and 4
- Illinois Director Credential Level I
Get started in this program this fall! Use our ready-made first-semester schedule!
Working in Early Childhood Education
Whether you prefer teaching or administration — Waubonsee’s Early Childhood Education curriculum prepares you for both.
Career Program Outcomes
See what you'll be able to do once you complete one of our career-focused AAS degree or certificate programs.
Costs and Payments
Learn how affordable your dreams can be at Waubonsee.
Meet Your Faculty
View a listing of faculty members in this program.
Other Programs You May Be Interested In
Education
Elementary Education - Associate in Science - Transfer
Paraprofessional Educator - Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Paraprofessional Educator - Certificate of Achievement
Secondary Education - Associate in Science - Transfer
Special Education - Associate in Science - Transfer
Kinesiology and Physical Education
Kinesiology - Associate in Science - Transfer
Kinesiology - Certificate of Achievement
Physical Education - Associate in Science - Transfer
Gainful Employment
View information on costs, financing options and program length in weeks for our Child Care Worker, ECE Credential Level 2, and Infant and Toddler Credential Level 2 Certificates.
