Early Childhood Studies Certificate and A.A.S. (19.0706) Online
Faculty and Staff
Purpose
This program carries a one-year Certificate and an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. This curriculum is designed to develop basic skills, attitudes and competencies necessary for personnel to provide high-quality care and early education in preschool and child care centers.
Admissions Requirements
Students are admitted to this program through regular college admission procedures (see Admission Regulations section).
The Early Childhood Studies program carries two award options, the one-year Certificate and the two-year Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. The one-year Certificate is TSI exempt, however, those not meeting TSI requirements are encouraged to enroll in the appropriate developmental course(s).
Students who wish to pursue the two-year A.A.S. degree must meet all Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements. Adherence to individual course descriptions is required.
Program of Study
Program of Study
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
| or | ||
| COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
| TECA 1311 | Educating Young Children | 3 |
| TECA 1318 | Wellness of the Young Child | 3 |
| CDEC 1313 | Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood | |
| Programs | 3 | |
| COSC 1301 | Introduction to Computing | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CDEC 1319 | Child Guidance | 3 |
| CDEC 1356 | Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood | 3 |
| CDEC 12811 | Cooperative Education - Childcare Provider/ | |
| Assistant | 2 | |
| CDEC 2307 | Math and Science for Early Childhood | 3 |
| TECA 1303 | Families, School & Community | 3 |
| Total | 14 | |
| Total Credit Hours for Certificate | 26 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
| General Education Courses | Credit | |
|---|---|---|
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Natural Science & Math | 3 | |
| Other | 9 | |
| Total General Education Courses | 18 | |
| Technical Education Courses | 42 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Program of Study
First Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
| or | ||
| COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
| TECA 1311 | Educating Young Children | 3 |
| TECA 1318 | Wellness of the Young Child | 3 |
| CDEC 1313 | Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood | |
| Programs | 3 | |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| COSC 1301 | Introduction to Computing | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CDEC 1319 | Child Guidance | 3 |
| CDEC 1356 | Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood | 3 |
| CDEC 1281 | Cooperative Education - Childcare Provider/ | |
| Assistant | 2 | |
| CDEC 2307 | Math and Science for Early Childhood | 3 |
| TECA 1303 | Families, School & Community | 3 |
| Elective | College Level Mathematics | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
Second Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CDEC 1359 | Children with Special Needs | 3 |
| CDEC 1321 | The Infant and Toddler | 3 |
| CDEC 2280 | Cooperative Education - Childcare Provider/ | |
| Assistant | 2 | |
| SOCI 1301 | Introductory Sociology | |
| or | ||
| PSYC 2301 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Elective | Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| CDEC 2326 | Administration of Programs for Children I | 3 |
| Elective | Technical Elective - BMGT or BUSI | 3 |
| TECA 1354 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| CDEC 22811 | Cooperative Education - Childcare Provider / | |
| Assistant | 2 | |
| Elective | Speech Communications | 3 |
| Total | 14 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
Tuition & Fees
Standard tuition and fees are assessed to each student as indicated in Finances section.
Early Childhood Studies Resources
Minimum Standard Rules Handbook
Early Childhood Studies Student Handbook
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Visit with Your Success Coach
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Idalia DeLaCruz |
(830) 374-2828
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Laura Gloria |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Eva De Anda.
International students, please schedule your appointment with Eva De Anda.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Alexya Herrera |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Alexya M. Herrera.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose a virtual appointment by clicking the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Ana Lisa Conde |
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Audrey Sturdevant |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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|
Ana Lisa Conde |
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|
Audrey Sturdevant |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.