The Gateways Infant Toddler Credential (ITC) is for early care and education professionals who have specific training, formal college education, and experience working with children birth to age 3. In order to earn an ITC, you also need to meet the requirements for and obtain a Gateways ECE Credential. You can work toward these two Credentials at the same time.
How to Apply-New & Level Advance:
Steps to Apply
- Become a Gateways Registry member.
- Download the pdf Credentials Supplement Application (923 KB) .
- Request your official transcripts be sent to Gateways from an accredited college or university you attended. An accredited college or university can send official transcripts electronically to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. If INCCRRA already has official transcripts on file, you do not need to resend.
- Enclose a $65 check for payment (make checks payable to INCCRRA) or make a payment online by logging into your Registry Dashboard. Click on My Registry and then choose the Make a Payment section.
- Mail these documents to:
INCCRRA/Applications
1226 Towanda Plaza
Bloomington, IL 61701
Or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
To Renew your Gateways Credentials, click here.
