Level 1 Certificate for Child Development Leadership 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	Term Taken	Grade	Core Curriculum
CDEC 2315 - Diverse Cultural/Multilingual Education	3			-
CDEC 2326 - Administration of Programs for Children I	3			-

2nd 8 Week Courses

First Year Fall - Second 8 Weeks
Course Name	Credit Hours	Core Curriculum
CDEC 1321 - The Infant and Toddler	3	-
CDEC 2328 - Administration of Programs for Children II	3	-
TECA 1318 - Wellness of the Young Child	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: $20,544 (with Certificate)

Based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas - https://texaswages.com/WDAWages

Level I Certificate - Child Development Leadership