Major Code
573D

This certificate/credential provides students the essential knowledge, skills and experience necessary to provide quality programming for children birth through age 8. Gateways credentials are awarded and recognized by the Illinois Department of Human Services Bureau of Child Care and Development. Gateways credentials are symbols of professional achievement.

Course Requirements

15

m ECE101* Introduction to Early Childhood Education

3

m ECE106 Guiding Young Children

3

m ECE115 Child Growth and Development

3

m ECE120 Health, Safety and Nutrition

3

m ECE125 Child, Family and Community

2

Program Total

15