B.S. in Education: Early Childhood Development & Education
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Early Childhood Development & Education (ECDE) program equips students with the knowledge and experience necessary to serve children from birth to age 8 and their families. The program offers two distinct tracks:
Leadership Track: This track is ideal for students interested in leadership roles within service agencies or educational settings that support young children and their families. Graduates will be prepared to lead initiatives that positively impact early childhood development.
Teaching (Non-Licensure) Track: This track is designed for students who wish to pursue careers as teachers or caregivers for young children without obtaining a teaching license. It focuses on providing the skills necessary to nurture and educate children in various settings.
Admissions
Freshman, change of major and transfer students should follow all Texas A&M University and department admissions policies. View Texas A&M Undergraduate Admissions for full information.
Students must apply and be admitted into the upper level Teacher Education program before beginning the certification program.
Note: Applicants are reviewed by committee and admitted on a competitive basis. Meeting the minimum requirements listed does not guarantee admission.
How to applyField Experiences
Students gain practical experience by working with children and families at one of our Texas A&M Children’s Centers. This hands-on approach ensures that graduates are well-prepared to meet the needs of young children in real-world environments.
Additional Education
Students will also earn a minor in Special Education, further enhancing their ability to support diverse learning needs in early childhood settings.
Visit the Field Experiences OfficeStudent Services
- While in TLAC, students have access to a variety of academic and social services to ensure they are able to perform at their best. View the student services page to see the opportunities available to students.
- Each spring and fall semester, the TLAC Field Experiences Office coordinates the Education Career Fair to connect students with potential employers.
- If you have any questions, call the Undergraduate Advising Office at 979-862-4345.
- Current TAMU students need to log into their HOWDY portal and use the NAVIGATE icon to make an advising appointment, or download the NAVIGATE phone app. The system only allows students to schedule an appointment up to 7 days in advance.
- Prospective students should email cehd-recruitment@tamu.edu or call 979-862-1795.
Certification Process
Learn more about the process of becoming a certified teacher in Texas.
Program Details
Degree: Education
Degree Type: Bachelor of Science, Education (ECDE)
Program Delivery: Traditional
Program contacts
Tuition and Fees
For a better understanding of your total cost of attendance (COA), please visit our cost and tuition rates webpage (https://aggie.tamu.edu/billing-and-payments/cost-and-tuition-rates). This webpage will provide you with an opportunity to review estimated COA information for undergraduate, graduate and professional students, as well as other resources such as the tuition calculator and billing and fee explanations.