Child Development/Education (CDEC, EDUC, TECA)
Laredo College offers two levels of study: a two-year Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Child Development and a one year Child Development Assistant Certificate.
The Child Development curriculum is designed to train people as assistants, teachers, or directors in early childhood programs. Committed to the idea that quality care makes a positive difference in the lives of children and their families, the program responds to the demand for quality child care staff. The program addresses student competencies and standards for early childhood programs, as developed by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, State Board for Educator’s Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities Standards, and the Child Development National Credential Program.
Instruction is centered on lecture, lab, internships, and field experience classes which offer direct participation in a variety of settings, including child care centers, preschools, nursery schools, early childhood programs, and public schools.
For admission requirements go to the "Admissions to Special Programs" section of the catalog.