Illinois HB3446 amends the Child Care Act of 1969 to count psychology coursework toward early childhood teacher qualifications.
Illinois HB3446 amends the Child Care Act of 1969 by adding new sections that count coursework related to psychology toward the semester hours required for early childhood teacher qualifications. The Department of Children and Family Services must publish a list of qualifying courses on its website before July 1, 2026. After that date, the Department of Early Childhood will maintain this list. This change aims to enhance the qualifications of early childhood teachers by recognizing relevant psychology coursework.
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