Early Childhood Education Level Four Credential, Certificate

The Illinois Gateways Level Four Credential builds upon the framework of the Level Three Credential with additional early childhood education coursework along with supervised experience in an approved early childhood education setting. The Credential program is designed to support movement through the state of Illinois Career Lattice. The Level Four Credential expands on foundational professional knowledge, requires attainment of an associate degree, and supports progression to the Level Five Credential or direct exit into the field.