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- School Code: 363800
- Phone: (817) 257-7000
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Early Childhood Education Degree
The early childcare program at Texas College 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.
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Texas College (TC)
2800 S University Dr, Fort Worth, TX
Texas College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Tyler, Texas. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The Christian Methodist Episcopal affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. The lower student/teacher ratio and access to faculty and teachers are due primarily to the smaller enrollment, around 930 students, maintained by Texas College.
Students may select from a few areas of study, including:
- Business Administration
- General Studies
- Health and Physical Education, Fitness
- Education
- Political Science
- Law and Justice Administration
The school has an open enrollment policy, admitting any applicants that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and personal statements may be requested for certain programs. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is close to $11,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's tuition calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Texas College Steers participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Football (NAIA Division I)
- Golf (NAIA Division I)
- Soccer (NAIA Division I)
Students can take a look at the school's http://www.texascollege.edu to view additional information.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Early Childhood Education program at Texas College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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 (
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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
- Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 4
- Average Hourly Rate: $17.59
- Average Annual Salary: $36590
- Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 3
- Average Hourly Rate: $21.03
- Average Annual Salary: $43740
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
- Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 3
- Average Annual Salary: $53170
- Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Annual Salary: $51430
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 students Texas College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Texas College may provide services like:- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Texas College is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Red River Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Red River Athletic Conference)
- Football (Sooner Athletic Conference)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball