Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Learner-Centered Teaching and Learning for All
Follow your dream to become the best teacher possible by choosing a degree program in University of Houston-Clear Lake's Department of Curriculum and Instruction. We offer undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees that focus on the preparation and development of dedicated teachers and teacher leaders who will work with children from birth through elementary, middle and secondary school and beyond. Our focus is on preparing classroom teachers and other professionals who will work in positions that serve children and youth to understand and utilize the most effective and current teaching tools available to assist students in achieving academic success.
Small Classes. State-of-the-Art Training. Flexible Programs.
Dedicated professionals provide training based on the most current educational methodologies to prospective classroom teachers to inspire and educate children and youth at all levels. UHCL's nationally acclaimed pre-service teacher certification Internship program, completed in the final semesters of study, provides aspiring teachers with fully supported, mentored, hands-on classroom experience in the public schools. For current teachers or others with an interest in education, deepen your knowledge, strengthen your credentials, and expand your influence by choosing one of our graduate degrees or our doctorate program.
Degrees and Certifications Offered
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education
- Interdisciplinary Studies B.A.S. with a major in Early Childhood Education – Educator of Young Children
- Interdisciplinary Studies B.A.S. with a major in Early Childhood Education – Educator of Young Children - Online
- Early Childhood Care and Education B.S.
- Education B.S. with Early Childhood: PK-3 Certification
- Education B.S. with Early Childhood: PK-3 Certification and EC-12 Special Education Certification
- Education B.S. with Core Subjects EC-6 (Early Childhood Concentration)
- Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Plan Early Childhood: PreKindergarten - Grade 3 Endorsement
Teacher Education
Master's Degree with Certification
Early Childhood and Elementary Education
- Education B.S. with Core Subjects 4-8
- Education B.S. with Core Subjects 4-8 and ESL Supplemental
- Education B.S. with Core Subjects EC-6 (Literacy Concentration)
- Education B.S. with Core Subjects EC-6 and ESL Supplemental
- Education B.S. with Core Subjects EC-6 and Bilingual Supplemental
- Education B.S. with Core Subjects EC-6 and Special Education EC-12
- Education B.S. with Science 4-8
- Education B.S. with Social Studies 4-8
Secondary Education - Joint Certifications with degrees from the College of Human Sciences and Humanities
- Art and Design B.F.A. with Grades EC-12 Art Certification
- Geography B.S. with Social Studies 7-12 Certification
- History B.A. with Grades 7-12 Social Studies Certification
- History B.A. with Grades 7-12 History Certification
- Kinesiology B.S. with Grades EC-12 Physical Education Certification
- Literature B.A with Grades 4-8 English Language Arts and Reading Certification
- Literature B.A with Grades 7-12 English Language Arts and Reading Certification
Secondary Education - Joint Certifications with degrees from the College of Science and Engineering degrees
- Mathematical Science B.A. with Mathematics 4-8 Certification
- Mathematical Science B.S. with Mathematics 7-12 Certification
- Mathematical Science B.A. with Mathematics 7-12 Certification
- Biological Science B.A. with Life Sciences 7-12 Certification
Minors and Certificates
- Early Childhood Intervention Certificate
- Early Childhood Leadership Certificate
- Minor in Early Childhood Education
- Minor in Early Childhood Intervention
- Minor in Special Education
- Minor in Teacher Education
- Minor in Instructional Technology