For more information, visit the Dallas College Child Development webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Early Childhood Education and Teaching Certificate. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn the Early Childhood Education and Teaching Certificate. Courses from this certificate may apply to the related A.A.S. degree. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
This certificate program provides general courses in early childhood for those wanting to increase their skills and knowledge for working with children. Courses that complete the Early Childhood Education and Teaching Certificate are noted below.
Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites, as long as the student completes the TSI waiver form prior to enrollment.
Catalog Year 2023-2024 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Level I Certificate
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI May be Exempt
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
CERTIFICATE MINIMUM: 16 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
CDEC 1311 – Educating Young Children
CDEC 1354 – Child Growth and Development
CDEC 1303 – Families, School and Community
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 9
SEMESTER 2
CDEC 1413 – Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs This course is the capstone experience for this award.
CHOOSE ONE:
* Please consult with your Senior Success Coach for guidance on appropriate elective courses for your career goals. Contact the Associate Dean of Early Childhood Education and Early Learning if you need more guidance. Students may earn college credit for a CURRENT earned Child Development Associate Credential (CDA). Please contact the Associate Dean of Early Childhood Education and Early Learning for more information.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path.
- Meet with your success coach to apply for the Early Childhood Education and Teaching Certificate.
Total Hours: 7
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 16 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS