Illinois Director Credential Content Areas

The Illinois Director Credential (IDC) builds on the seven Gateways to Opportunity Credential Content Areas, and adds ECE/School-Age Administrative-specific content.

ECE/School-Age Content Areas:

1. Human Growth and Development
2. Health, Safety, and Well-Being
3. Observation and Assessment
4. Curriculum or Program Design
5. Interactions, Relationships, and Environments
6. Family and Community Relationships
7. Personal and Professional Development

Administrative Content Areas:

• Personal and Professional Self-Awareness
• Legal and Fiscal Management
• Human Resources Development
• Educational Programming
• Program Operations and Facilities Management
• Family Partnership
• Marketing and Public Relations
• Leadership and Advocacy
• Oral and Written Communication
• Technology