Definition

What is Early Educator Certification (EEC)? EEC assesses an individual’s verified level of educational achievement based on a standardized scale and assigns an EEC level.  As with other occupations, EEC recognizes and validates educational accomplishments of Early Educators.  Individuals, children, programs, and society benefit when the education of those working in a profession increases and is known by all its consumers – families, employers, legislators, business and industry, funders, and more.

What is the difference between EEC and individual licensure? EEC is acknowledgment of an individual’s verified level of educational achievement, based on a standardized scale.  EEC does not issue a personal or teacher license or grant permission to work.  EEC is intended to compliment and support individual licensure.

Where can I learn more information about EEC? Please explore other pages in the Institute’s website, which includes a wide array of information and resources on EEC.  The Institute sponsored free webinars in September and October 2010.

Is a test required to be a certified Early Educator in NC? No test is currently required to become certified.