In Illinois, early childhood educators must follow licensing requirements from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and credentialing from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE). Educators must complete 15 clock hours of annual training, including topics like child development, behavior guidance, and health and safety. Educators in state-funded preschool programs must also hold a Professional Educator License (PEL) with an early childhood endorsement, which includes a degree, educator prep program, and licensure exams.
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Access the Illinois Early Childhood Professional Development Registry to manage your training records, enroll in courses, and track your professional development progress.
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ECE University is IACET Accredited, which means our CEUs meet nationally recognized quality standards. The Illinois DCFS and ISBE accept training from IACET-accredited providers, enabling early childhood professionals to use our CEU-bearing courses toward both annual licensing and professional development requirements. Our accessible online platform supports Illinois educators in growing their skills while meeting state standards.
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