Early Childhood Level III Certificate

This certificate is appropriate for you if you have experience in the field or you have some college and wish to become teacher- or director-qualified through specialized early childhood education courses. You will be required to complete a practicum in the MCC Children's Learning Center or in an accredited/approved child care center.

Contact (815) 455-8960 with specific questions about this program.

(in-district) Total Amount: $5,491

Credit Hours to Complete: 28

Weeks to Complete: 32


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What you need to know about getting your Early Childhood Level III Certificate (CIP 19.0709)

Total Early Childhood Level III Certificate Costs
Cost in-district out-of-district out-of-state international
Tuition $3,402 $9,216.2 $12,956.44 $12,956.44
Additional Costs $2,089 $2,089 $2,089 $2,089
Program Total $5,491 $11,305.2 $15,045.44 $15,045.44

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Semesters to complete assumes students are taking a full-time credit load of 12 credits per semester (the minimum required for federal financial aid).

Proportion of students completing in normal time is the percentage of completers who earned the credential within the specified time of their first enrollment at the College.

Students attending part-time or changing their program of study are two common reasons why they may not complete in "normal" time.

Tuition and fees are set by the Board of Trustees. Prices for books and supplies are subject to change.

See additional information about international student costs.