ECE575 Subsequent Certification Practicum

This course is designed for teachers currently certified in Illinois who wish to secure a subsequent Illinois certificate in early childhood education. The candidate will be required to complete between 75 and 150 hours in a classroom setting that is represented in the subsequent certificate. The candidate will also meet for seminar with a faculty member in the subsequent certificate area. Enrollment in this class requires advance application and approval. Prerequisite(s): ECE569 Completion of all content coursework as described on the transcript assessment Completion of individualized program of study as determined by initial portfolio review Application for placement with preclinical review of portfolio. Passing score on Illinois Test of Basic Skills on file at NCE. Passing score on Illinois Subject Area Test for the subsequent certificate on file at NCE. Current TB test Current Criminal Background Check. 3–6 semester hours