Child Studies & Education
Do you love being around children? Do you want to help give them a strong start in life? A career working with children might be the perfect fit for you.
Young children need a safe and caring environment to grow into healthy adults. Teachers, caregivers, mentors, and role models make a lasting difference in the lives of the youngest generation.
Career Opportunities
Graduates go on to become:
- Child Life Specialist
- CPS Adoption Specialist
- Family Life Counselor
- Head Start Assistant Teacher
- Certified Early Childhood Teacher
- Certified Secondary Teacher
Non-traditional careers are also available, such as designing or marketing children's products and selling educational supplies.
Earning Potential
Child Life Specialist: $54kCPS Adoption Specialist: $46k
Family Life Counselor: $56k
Head Start Assistant Teacher: $32k
Certified Early Childhood Teacher: $53k
Certified Secondary Teacher: $53k
For more salary information, check out Texas Wages.
Your Experience
MCC's Child Studies & Education department is a great place to start. From your first day, you'll be immersed in a real learning environment — not just a classroom. You'll learn about child development, guidance, teaching, and curriculum planning, and how to create safe and healthy learning environments.
Choose Your Path
MCC offers two distinct directions in Child Studies & Education. Explore each path below to find the right fit for your goals.
Early Childhood Caregiver
AAS in Child Development | Certificates
Choose from several certificates or an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Child Development. You'll gain hands-on experience working directly with children at our on-campus Child Development Center.
Associate of Arts in Teaching
AA in Teaching | Transfer pathway to a four-year degree
Earn your Associate of Arts in Teaching at MCC, then transfer to a four-year university to complete your bachelor's degree.
You can even earn your Bachelor's in Teaching right here on the MCC campus through the University Center.
Criminal Background Notice
If you have a criminal background, it may prevent you from getting a Texas state license. Talk to your instructor or program director if you have questions. You also have the right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing agency.
Contact
254-299-8786
dcopeland@mclennan.edu