Childcare Courses in Illinois - IL

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ChildCareEd is approved as a Gateways to Opportunity Registry Authorized Entity. ChildCareEd offers Gateways-approved trainings that align with ECE Credential Competencies for Levels 2–6. ChildCareEd an IACET Accredited Provider offering online self-paced and Virtual Instructor-led format trainings.  In addition, our online courses are available in multiple languages (excluding media) such as Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Urdu, Farsi, and others. Need group registrations for staff or an onsite training? Contact us at 1-833-(2-TEACH-1) for discounts and availability.

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Illinois ECE Credential

The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Credential is awarded through the Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Registry and recognized by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS).

It shows your knowledge, skills, and experience in early childhood education and is often required for ExceleRate Illinois programs. Employers also use Credentials to guide hiring and promotions.

ECE Credential Competencies

ChildCareEd offers Gateways-approved trainings that align with ECE Credential Competencies for Levels 2–6. Each course is online, self-paced, and 6 hours long.

Health, Safety & Wellness (HSW)

Human Growth & Development (HGD)

Observation & Assessment (OA)

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👉 Already have your Level 1 ECE Credential? Get ready to move to the next level!
👉 Not yet earned your Level 1? Click here to complete the 16 i-learning trainings online.

CDA Trainings:

Please contact your local child care licensing office to confirm all requirements as standards are subject to change:  

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
Phone Number: (312)328-2779 OR (877)746-0829
Email: cfpolicy@illinois.gov 
Child Care Licensing Website

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Illinois approval information

  Online alternative course          Online & Zoom          Instructor-led/In-person          Zoom only          Online       
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120 hours courses
45 hours courses
IACET accredited logo 4.5 CEUs
online
4.6/5
IACET accredited logo 4.5 CEUs
online
4.9/5
9 hours courses
IACET accredited logo 0.9 CEUs
online
4.5/5
6 hours courses
5 hours courses
4 hours courses
3 hours courses
IACET accredited logo 0.3 CEUs
online
4.6/5
IACET accredited logo 0.3 CEUs
online
4.8/5
IACET accredited logo 0.3 CEUs
online
4.3/5
IACET accredited logo 0.3 CEUs
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4.6/5
IACET accredited logo 0.3 CEUs
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4.8/5
IACET accredited logo 0.3 CEUs
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4.4/5
IACET accredited logo 0.3 CEUs
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4.6/5
IACET accredited logo 0.3 CEUs
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4.3/5
IACET accredited logo 0.3 CEUs
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4.3/5
2 hours courses
IACET accredited logo 0.2 CEUs
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4.4/5
IACET accredited logo 0.2 CEUs
online
4.5/5
1 hours courses
  Online alternative course          Online & Zoom          Instructor-led/In-person          Zoom only          Online       
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