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.

Career Ready Pathway (16 Weeks)

Guided pathways are recommended course sequences for earning a certificate or degree. Waubonsee’s academic and career advising and counseling professionals are available to guide students on their path to graduate.

Career Ready Pathway - Early Childhood Education Level 2 Certificate

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

m Major course requires minimum grade of C

* 10 Observation Hours included in ECE101.