Level 1 Certificate for Child Development Classroom Specialist Guided Pathway

First Year Fall Semester (15 Credit Hours Total)

Fall Semester

1st 8 Week Courses

First Year Fall - First 8 Weeks
Course Name	Credit Hours	Core Curriculum
TECA 1311 - Educating Young Children OR CDEC 1311 - Educating Young Children	3	-
CDEC 1313 - Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs	3	-
CDEC 2307 - Math and Science for Early Childhood(Consult with academic advisor)	3	-

2nd 8 Week Courses

First Year Fall - Second 8 Weeks
Course Name	Credit Hours	Term Taken	Grade	Core Curriculum
CDEC 1356 - Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood	3			-
CDEC 2307 - Math and Science for Early Childhood	3			-

Total Credit Hours: 15

Grand Total Credit Hours: 15

Program Information

Educational and Transfer Outlook

The Level I Certificate in Child Development is designed to assist students in developing the fundamental skills, knowledge, attitude, and experience needed for a successful career in a daycare and/or preschool setting.

Career Outlook

Potential career opportunities with this certificate:

Child Care Worker: $20,680 (with Certificate)

Based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas -

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Level I Certificate - Child Development Classroom Specialist