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Kimberly Scobey, Alumni

Bachelor of Science in Early Care and Early Childhood Studies

College of Education and P-16 Integration
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Program Overview

The Bachelor’s degree in Early Care and Early Childhood Studies prepares students to become highly skilled professionals in careers that focus on early childhood development. Students are prepared for educational leadership, and research, and gain expertise in the human development of young children from birth to eight years of age in public and private educational settings.

Possible Career Options

The Bachelor of Science in Early Care and Early Childhood Studies will prepare you with the opportunity to excel in working with children from birth to age eight. Graduates will have the experience to be able to seek employment in public and private daycare centers, community-based preschools, preschools such as Head Start and Teaching Mentoring Communities, and child development centers as a teacher or director.

Preschool and Child Center Directors

Teacher Assistants

Educational Administrator

Childcare Worker

Family Support Specialist

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UTRGV has allowed me to continue to grow as a future teacher and opened many doors for me. I have been able to be a part of events where I am able to learn from young children and work with them. I have been able to take these experiences and use them in the future.

Kimberly Kristine Scobey, Early Care and Early Childhood Studies (BS)

UTRGV Tuition Advantage

Launching in Fall 2022, this program will cover the cost of tuition and mandatory fees for students with a family income of $125,000 or less.

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Priscilla J. Espinoza, UTRGV Undergraduate Student
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