Texas Educator EC-6
Program Level:
Certificates, Continuing Education
Program Type:
Fully Online
Department:
Continuing Education
Institute:
Public Service
Launch Your Teaching Career
Preparation for Texas Educator Certification : Standard Certification in Core Subjects with Science of Teaching Reading Early Childhood - Grade 6
Become a certified elementary educator through a state-accredited alternative certification program designed for working professionals. Complete your training in as little as 9 months, with small class sizes, hands-on field experiences, and expert mentorship from experienced educators.
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Online Program format |
$5,950 Cost of tuition |
322 Contact Hours Length of program |
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Program Requirements |
✓ Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited Institution, Minimum 3.0 GPA, Pre-Admission Content Test
✓ Must have access to computer/tablet and internet
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Your Course of Study
9-course program | 322 Total Course Hours
48 Hours
Prepare for the EC-12 Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities TExES exam while developing foundational teaching skills for Texas classrooms. Students learn lesson planning, instructional strategies, classroom management, and evidence-based practices that support diverse learners and effective teaching environments.
32 Hours
Develop the technology skills needed for modern classrooms through hands-on experience with Google Workspace for Education, Google Classroom, digital learning tools, assessment platforms, and instructional technology integration. Students also explore professional learning networks and ethical technology practices in education.
32 Hours
Strengthen mathematics content knowledge and instructional practices aligned with Texas educator standards. Students prepare for the Mathematics TExES exam while building confidence in teaching mathematical concepts effectively in elementary classroom settings.
32 Hours
Develop science content knowledge and classroom instructional strategies aligned with Texas educator standards. Students prepare for the Science TExES exam while learning effective methods for engaging elementary learners in scientific concepts and inquiry-based instruction.
48 Hours
Learn evidence-based literacy instruction strategies focused on reading development, comprehension, language acquisition, and Science of Teaching Reading standards. Students prepare for the ELAR and STR TExES exams while building skills to support literacy success in elementary learners.
32 Hours
Develop social studies content knowledge and instructional strategies aligned with Texas educator standards. Students prepare for the Social Studies TExES exam while learning effective approaches for teaching history, civics, geography, and culture in elementary classrooms.
16 Hours
Explore instructional strategies and content knowledge related to fine arts, physical education, and health education in elementary school settings. Students prepare for related TExES exam content while learning how to support whole-child development through engaging classroom instruction.
32 Hours
Build professional skills needed for success in Texas classrooms through training in special education, 504 accommodations, gifted and talented education, FERPA, mental health awareness, educator evaluation systems, and educational technology practices.
50 Hours
Gain supervised classroom experience while applying instructional strategies, lesson planning, communication, and leadership skills in school environments. Students participate in professional learning communities and develop TEKS-aligned instructional practices that support student engagement and classroom success.
ContactPhone: 210-485-0500 Email: dst-aceadmission@alamo.edu |
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