The Gateways to Opportunity School-Age and Youth Development (SAYD) Credential Level 1 Training is part of Gateways to Opportunity, Illinois Professional Development System. In addition, the SAYD Credential Level 1 is a stepping stone to the SAYD Credential Level 2. For more information regarding SAYD Credentials 2-5 and all Gateways Credentials, please call 866-697-8278 or visit the website at www.ilgateways.com.
Thank you to all current and former contributors to this training. The School-Age and Youth Development (SAYD) Credential Level 1 was created in 2010 to assist in demonstrating a statewide commitment to quality care. The invaluable contributions in the creation and updates to this credential training have enabled the SAYD Credential Level 1 to remain an integral piece in the Gateways to Opportunity Professional Development System.
This training is Registry-approved and counts towards DCFS licensed program training hours for school-age and youth care.