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GATEWAYS TO OPPORTUNITY | GATEWAYS TO OPPORTUNITY - ILLINOIS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM

Statewide professional development support system designed to provide guidance, encouragement, and recognition to individuals and programs serving children, youth, and families. Resources and services provided by Gateways to Opportunity include:

- Credentials.

- Professional Development Advisors.

- Great START.

- Gateways to Opportunity Registry.

- Illinois Trainers Network.

- Gateways to Opportunity Scholarship Program.

- Online Training.

- Job Board.

- Child Care Restoration Grants.

- Child Care Workforce Bonus.

- Strengthen and Grow Childcare Grants.

Physical Address

1226 Towanda Plaza, Bloomington, IL 61701

Hours

Mon 8 am - 4 pm; Tue 8 am - 4 pm; Wed 8 am - 4 pm; Thu 8 am - 4 pm; Fri 8 am - 4 pm;

Application process

Call or visit website for information

Fee

Membership is free; Some trainings have a cost; Contact for more information

Required documents

Varies by service

Eligibility

Open to anyone working with or on behalf of children, youth, and families

Languages

English

Service area

Illinois

Agency info

GATEWAYS TO OPPORTUNITY - ILLINOIS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM

Statewide professional development support system designed to provide guidance, encouragement, and recognition to individuals and programs serving children, youth, and families.