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FINANCIAL AID RATE

75%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

20:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

32

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$3,521

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Child Development Degree

The child development program at Amarillo College prepares students for careers in child care centers, special needs programs, in home care, family child care, school age care, preschools, and recreational programs. The program focuses on the intellectual, social, emotional, and biological development of children and the planning and design of human services. Program courses include: parent-child relations, parenting practices, special needs of children, parental and environmental influences on child development, external support services, and public policy issues. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer child development degrees.

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Amarillo College (Alvin)

3110 Mustang Rd, Alvin, TX

Amarillo College in West Texas has something for everyone, no matter what type of student you might be. With affordable tuition, a sleuth of student resources and six campuses across three Texas Counties; any student within the area would be hard-pressed to ignore all the benefits.

AC offers prospective students over 140 degrees and certificates combined. AC also provides weekend classes, distance learning for both working students, and students wishing to continue their education. Amarillo College is well known for its Career and Technical certifications and programs, with specialized training in fields such as; Aerospace manufacturing, aviation maintenance, and Machining technology, just to name a few.

There are currently over 11,000 students enrolled at AC, however, this spans across several campuses. Tuition costs are very affordable at AC, with in-state students paying just under $1000 per year. Out of state students can expect to pay over $2000 per year. Financial aid is available for students in need, along with many scholarship options and other loan types.

Students looking to get social both on campus and off will enjoy the many clubs and student activities offered throughout AC. Around town students can enjoy special events that include block parties and a city fair during the fall. In the spring and summer, many will enjoy the two amusement parks close by.

Amarillo College provides for every kind of student, no matter if you want to attend full-time, part-time, online or upgrade special skills. For more information about Amarillo College, please visit their website.

Students Enrolled in the Child Development Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Amarillo College offers an associate's degree program in child development.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male0
Female4

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Hispanic1
White2
Multiple Races1

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

Students who have completed the Child Development program at Alvin, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Farm and Home Management Advisors

Description

Advise, instruct, and assist individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural-related processes, or home economics activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to solve problems; and instruct and train in product development, sales, and the use of machinery and equipment to promote general welfare. Includes county agricultural agents, feed and farm management advisors, home economists, and extension service advisors.

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Alvin accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Amarillo College may offer student services including:

  • Online classes
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Employment search assistance
  • Child care