Certificate in Illinois Early Childhood Education at Northern Illinois University

International students can study the Illinois Early Childhood Education at Northern Illinois University at its main campus in DeKalb , United States of America. This Certificate degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 1 year and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 28, 2026.

About Certificate in Illinois Early Childhood Education

Certificate of Undergraduate Study

This certificate is designed to meet the standards for the Illinois ECE (Levels 2-5) of the Illinois Network of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (INCCRRA). The ECE Credential Levels 2-5 is recognized by the National Association for the Education of Young Children's (NAEYC) teachers' criteria for NAEYC Accreditation and by ExceleRate Illinois for quality recognition among early learning providers. Upon successful completion of the required credential course work, students will be eligible to apply for the ECE Levels 2-5 from INCCRRA.

Applicants for the ECE certificate levels 2-5 must major in Child Development and must meet INCCRRA ECE credential requirements for levels 2-5. To earn the certificate, students must maintain a good academic standing in the university, achieve a minimum grade of C in each certificate course, achieve a GPA of 2.50 in all certificate courses, and complete all certificate course work within five academic years.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in Illinois Early Childhood Education at Northern Illinois University

Entry Requirements

High School Diploma: You must have graduated by the time you start at NIU in order to be admitted.
Grades: You must have passing grades equivalent to a U.S. C+ average on all transcripts and/or exam scores

English Requirements

PTEMin 48
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 71

Fee Information

Application Fee 40

How to Apply

There are two easy ways to apply to NIU for free. No test scores required.

Apply Using the NIU Application

Apply directly to NIU using our online application.

Apply Using the Common App

Add us to your list of schools while completing the Common App.

We are currently accepting applications for fall 2023 and spring 2024.

Certificate in Illinois Early Childhood Education at Northern Illinois University

Northern Illinois University

United States of America, DeKalb