Harper College Academic Catalog | Assistant Teacher (Certificate)

Program Overview

This 18 credit-hour curriculum will qualify students for the Illinois ECE Credential-Level 2. Students will need to complete an IL Gateways application. This certificate program will provide an assistant teacher in a licensed child care facility with basic knowledge in early childhood care and education.

Program Requirements

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
Required
ECE 101	Introduction to Early Childhood Education	3
ECE 102	Child Development	3
ECE 115	Principles of Early Childhood Curriculum	3
ECE 226	Assessment and Guidance	3
ECE 250	Health, Nutrition and Safety	3
ECE 252	Child-Family-Community	3
Total Hours		18

Gainful Employment

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