Child Development/Education
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. Both are based on the principal that quality care makes a positive difference in the lives of children and their families.
The Child Development Program is designed for persons who want a challenging and rewarding career in educating and caring for young children. Through the development of practical skills, knowledge of theory, and a nurturing attitude, students learn to be quality child care providers for children. In response to community demand for qualified child care providers, the Child Development program at Laredo College addresses student competencies and standards for early childhood programs developed by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), State Board for Educator's Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities Standards, and The Child Development National Credential Program.
The Child Development Program provides teacher training through a variety of courses. It requires students to spend a major part of their credit-hour time working with young children in various early childhood programs. In addition, it has expanded the role of the CDP in Laredo and the surrounding communities by offering online courses.
Instruction is centered on lecture, lab, internship, and field experience courses, which offer direct experience in a variety of settings.
For admission requirements go to the "Admissions to Special Programs" section of the catalog.