Online Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Certificate
Support young children’s social-emotional development.
Our online graduate certificate in infant and early childhood mental health is designed for professionals in education, social work, public health and other sectors who work with young children, families and caregivers. It’s also ideal for current graduate students and those looking to meet continuing education requirements. You’ll learn how to support children’s development in the contexts of relationships and systems of care.
Careers After NIU's Online Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Certificate
The skills and knowledge you gain in management, finance, patient care standards and related areas will prepare you to lead and take on new challenges.
It’s a convenient and effective path to career advancement for dental hygienists, respiratory therapists, radiological technologists, physical therapy assistants, occupational therapy assistants, EMTs, and other health and human services professionals.
The certificate will enhance your career options by deepening your knowledge of caregiver-child relationships, family and community systems, culture and diversity, trauma-informed care and reflective practice.
It also prepares you to pursue the Illinois Association for Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health credential.
Admission Requirements for NIU's Online Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Certificate
You’ll apply through the Graduate School as a certificate seeking student.
You’re expected to have completed a course in child development. If you haven’t, you’ll need to complete this deficiency coursework with a grade of B or better the semester after you’re admitted.
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They'll guide you every step of the way.
Alex Hinton
ahinton1@niu.edu
815-753-6502
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