Statewide Scholarship Programs
Infant
Toddler Professional Credential
This credential consists of 12 credits
offered at a variety of institutions around the state. The coursework
provides specialized training on caring for infants and toddlers. It can
provide an excellent introduction to caring for children or may be
considered complementary to a degree already earned such as a bachelor's
in Elementary Education. Scholarship recipients have two years to complete
the coursework, but many complete it in a much shorter time frame. Upon
completion of coursework a portfolio is presented to The Registry
commission. The Registry awards the credential.
Wisconsin Professional Inclusion Credential
This credential consists of 12 credits offered at
a variety of institutions around the state. This specialized coursework is
designed to build the skills, knowledge, resources and attitudes to successfully
work with all children, including those with special needs. This comprehensive
content will provide the skills and confidence to support children and their
families in an inclusive environment. Courses cover a broad range of topics
including: behavior and emotional challenges, special healthcare needs,
examination of legal and ethical issues related to special education, adaptive
curriculum, and how to develop partnerships with families and community service
professionals.
Wisconsin Professional Credential
for Child Care Administrators
This credential consists of 18 credits
offered at a variety of institutions around the state. The coursework
provides specialized training in the administration of child care
programs. It also provides a nice complement to other degrees and can be
very helpful to new or veteran directors and administrators. Family Child
Care Providers and School Age Administrators also benefit from the
coursework. Scholarship recipients have two years to complete the
coursework. Similar to the Infant Toddler Credential, upon completion of
coursework a final project is presented to The Registry
commission. The Registry awards the credential.
The 3-8 Credit Model
This scholarship model can be used in a
variety of ways. Scholarship recipients complete 6-8 credits of core
curriculum Early Childhood Education courses in a 3 semester time period.
All course work must be credit-based. The scholarship does not necessitate
the completion of a specific credential, although it could be used for the
training required for a CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential, or
the Wisconsin School Age Credential. Scholarship recipients may also use
this model to complete credit-based courses that meet entry-level
licensing requirements. Students may take courses at Wisconsin Technical
Colleges. If students have previous completion of an Associate Degree,
they may take courses at a Wisconsin University or Private College.
Associate Degree Scholarship
This scholarship is for Early Childhood
and School Age professionals pursuing completion of an Associate Degree in
Early Childhood. Scholarship recipients contract to complete 9-12 credits
or 13-18 credits in a three semester time period. In addition to core
curriculum courses in Early Childhood, students may be scholar-shipped for
one general education course per scholarship contract. Scholarship
contracts may be renewed as funding allows, and with the support of the
sponsoring child care center (if applicable).
Bachelor's Degree Scholarship
This scholarship is for Early Childhood
professionals who have previously completed an Associate Degree in Early
Childhood Education, and are taking courses toward a Bachelor's Degree
in Early Childhood Education (or, for School Age providers, a degree in
Elementary Education, Recreation or Physical Education). Students will
contract to complete 9-12 credits or 13-18 credits in a three semester
time period. In addition to core curriculum courses in Early Childhood,
students may be scholar-shipped for one general education course per
scholarship contract. Scholarship contracts may be renewed as funding
allows, and with the support of the sponsoring center (if applicable).
Scholarship Application Request Form (pdf)
For more information on T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Wisconsin
please contact us at:
Updated June 22, 2010T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Wisconsin
WECA
744 Williamson St. Suite 200
Madison, WI 53703Phone: 608-240-9880, Ext. 7240
Toll-free: 800-783-9322, Ext. 7240
Email: TEACH@wecanaeyc.org