Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Columbia College – Fairfax prepare students for a career as a daycare provider, social worker, camp counselor, recreation work, teacher assistant, or preschool teacher. The program focuses on teaching students ranging in age from infancy through eight years, depending on the school system or state regulations. Program courses include preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

Columbia College – Fairfax

1901 W Hwy 77, San Benito, TX

Columbia College operates as a 2-year private career school, which offers training and education opportunities for its students located in and around Fairfax. In the previous year, over sixty students were awarded degrees with around 72% of those who start the program complete it. Columbia College has several programs to choose from. Here are the more popular programs offered:

• English
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To support students and graduates, Columbia College may offer support services like:

• Academic counseling for students
• Work study style employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

This school has been accredited by the Council on Occupational Education since 2011. Please visit ccdc.edu for more information on programs offered and consumer disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Columbia College – Fairfax offers an associate's degree program in early childhood education.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, preschool teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Brownsville-Harlingen, TX
  • Total Employment: 260
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $44170

Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, kindergarten teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Brownsville-Harlingen, TX
  • Total Employment: 310
  • Average Annual Salary: $46530

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).