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Human Development & School Services College of Education and P-16 Integration

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Dr. John Lowdermilk III
Department Chair/Professor
Department of Human Development and School Services
Edinburg Campus: EEDUC 1.302
Email: hdss@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 665-3466
Phone Alt: (956) 665-3358

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Vision

In Human Development and School Services, students will have the opportunity to learn how to develop healthy knowledge across cultures and lifespans, and how to apply these skills in schools and other settings. HDSS students acquire the practical knowledge, skill set, and flexible way of thinking. They also receive the understanding of working with people, students with their development in social and school environments.

Mission

Our faculty work closely with all different types of learners, helping them gather the knowledge and skills that are necessary for working with students in the 21st Century. For all of our students they find the knowledge to measure achievements through education and technology. From our programs in Early Care to Special Education, all of our students leave with the knowledge needed to achieve success. For those wishing to continue their Education we offer Master degrees in Early Childhood and Special Education. We also offer programs leading to certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. Depending on individual interests, these programs prepare students to become professionals prepared to work in diverse and inclusive environments.


Accreditation

The UTRGV Educator Preparation Program is nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) meeting rigorous standards and processes for educator preparation through quality assurance and continuous improvement.

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