Higher Education Directory

Higher Education Directory - The following is a listing of Gateways to Opportunity Entitled colleges and universities in Illinois who offer coursework in Early Care and Education, Child Development, Human Growth & Development and other areas of study related to caring for and educating children. An Entitled Institution is an accredited college or university who has aligned their coursework with Credential requirements.


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Excelerate Program

ExceleRate Illinois helps you prepare children for success in school and in life.

It also provides standards, guidelines, resources and supports to help you make sensible changes that lead to better quality outcomes for children.