Curriculum Options

The following program options are offered through Brookhaven College's Child Development Department:

Associate in Applied Science
Our Child Development AAS is a comprehensive degree plan that serves as a foundation for many careers in child development and early childhood education. In addition, students may transfer to a University for further study at the baccalaureate level. The curriculum includes 63-72 hours.

Associate of Arts in Teaching
All seven DCCCD colleges offer the AAT degree. It is a program of study intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year college or university and earn a bachelor's degree that leads to initial Texas teacher certification in three areas:
1) Elementary and middle school (including bilingual and ESL)
2) high school and all levels of arts and special education certification
3) specialized certification for those who plan to teach early childhood through Grade 4.

See our Web site at www.BrookhavenCollege.edu and click on "C" for Child Development for a link to the specific AAT and its course requirements and number of credit hours.

Certificate Programs
Certificates in child development can be supplemental to someone who already has a degree and wishes to explore the field. It is also a foundation for students who may be already in the field and need additional focused training. The curriculum includes 33-37 hours.

Skills Achievement Awards
The Child Development Associates Award is designed to prepare students to pursue obtaining their national credential through the Child Development Association Council for Professional Recognition in Washington, D.C. These require 12 credit hours.

NOTE: Students in the Child Development Program at Brookhaven College are required to submit and pass a criminal background check.

Brookhaven College has joined in a partnership to offer a Head Start program on the campus. The state-of-the-art facilities are located in Building E on the college campus along with the Child Development Program offices and classrooms.

This facility offers a great opportunity for students to observe, work directly with children and conduct their practicum and internships.

Students who choose to observe in the center must obtain a TB skin test (free at the Health Center). In addition, students will be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check through Head Start. For appointments and arrangements call the Brookhaven College Head Start Center at 972-331-9565.