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

1226 Towanda Plaza, Bloomington, IL 61701

Eligibility

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

Required documents

Varies by service

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Application process

Call or visit website for information

Fees

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

Service area

Illinois

Description

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.

- Smart Start Workforce Grants.

Date of Last Formal Update

11/19/2025

Data provided by

211 Nebraska

Providing organization

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.