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Opportunities to Earn Early Childhood Education Credentials and Degrees

Interested in receiving a credential or degree in early childhood? Many supports are available, and we can help you access them!
If you work or have worked in early childhood education and you're seeking additional credentials and/or a degree in early childhood education, you may be eligible for the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity (ECACE) Scholarship Program.

The program was created to address the shortage of qualified early childhood educators by encouraging the pursuit of credentials and advancement of already-held degrees in early childhood education, with an aim toward building a strong, well-prepared workforce.

If you would like to be connected to someone who can walk you through all the available educational opportunities, please fill out the form below to the best of your ability.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email Address*
example@example.com
What is the primary language you use at home?
Do you currently work for a home or center-based early care and education program? (ex. child care, preschool, family child care, Head Start, etc.)*

YesNo
If yes, please provide the program type (Check one):

Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed Family Child CareLicense Exempt Child Care CenterLicense Exempt Family Child CareOther type of ECE program
Other type of ECE Program
Have you previously worked in an ECE Program?

YesNo
If yes, please provide the program type (check one):

Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed Family Child CareLicense Exempt Child Care CenterLicense Exempt Family Child CareOther type of ECE program
Other type of ECE Program?
Are you currently enrolled in or admitted to a college or university?

YesNo
If yes, what institution are you currently attending?
If yes, what degree are you pursuing?
What is the highest level of education, license, and/or certificate you have completed? (check one)

HS Diploma or GEDAssociates DegreeBachelors DegreeMasters DegreeProfessional Educator LicenseOther
Other degree completed
If yes, which one(s)?
Would you be interested in receiving a scholarship and financial support for your enrollment in an early childhood education program?

YesNo
If yes, please provide the semester (i.e., Summer 2022) for which you would like to apply for an award:
Do you currently hold a Gateways Credential?

YesNo
Are you working towards a Gateways Credential?

YesNo
Gateways Register #:*
A Gateways to Opportunity Registry Member Number is needed to be considered for the scholarship. To get your Gateways Register number, visit https://registry.ilgateways.com/
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Opportunities to Earn Early Childhood Education Credentials and Degrees

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