Early Childhood Education-Online Workforce Program
This online program is built for professionals working in settings with children ages birth through five to obtain a bachelor’s degree and Professional Educator License in Early Childhood (birth-grade 2). Students may be fully funded as part of the State of Illinois’ Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity.
Features
- 100% Online; 2-year program starting in fall 2022
- Includes option to add Early Childhood Special Education Letter of Approval
- Higher earning potential and additional career opportunities
- Largest preparer of teachers in Illinois and the Midwest
- Hiring managers across the State report that Illinois State graduates are very well prepared for the field
Eligibility
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Associate of Arts or Science (AA/AS) or Bachelor’s degree
- Must have minimum 2.0 GPA
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Gateways to Opportunity Credential-Level 4
- Working full- or part-time in a setting that serves ages birth-5
Financial Assistance
Application Process
- To initiate the pre-admission process, submit the form below to have Illinois State University representatives review your transcripts and verify Gateway credentials.
- Submit unofficial transcripts from all previously attended institutions of higher education and your Gateways Professional Development Record or your Gateways Credential certificate.
- Once you are pre-approved for the program, you will be given further instructions to complete your official application for admission to Illinois State University.
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