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Early Childhood Education-Online Workforce Program

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 with a new cohort beginning each semester
  • Includes 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
  • Gateways to Opportunity Credential-Level 4
  • Optional but preferred: 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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Questions?

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