Lone Star College

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About

Lone Star College is a system of seven public community colleges throughout the North Houston metro area. Founded in 1972, Lone Star is known for it’s high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and degree pathways, where nearly 98,000 students receive technical and career training and preparation. Lone Star champions its faculty, who demonstrate qualities of excellence in four areas: student investment, content area expertise, instructional excellence and institutional dedication. With faculty that is invested in you, and an institution that promotes innovation, Lone Star provides unique educational opportunities that help you get to your career.

College or University
The Woodlands

Institution Links

This is my third year teaching in Texas public schools, and choosing LSC for my certification was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The in-person classes and meaningful interactions with professors and peers make learning engaging and supportive, especially when presenting lessons and receiving real-time feedback. The encouragement I receive to step outside my comfort zone has helped my confidence grow and allow me to truly see myself as an educator who can make a lasting impact on Texas students.

Frances Lee Browning, Expected Graduation 2027

The Lone Star College Alternative Teacher Certification Program has continued to prepare me for my teaching career. The combination of rigorous coursework, practical experience and strong instructional support has continued to equip me with essential skills in lesson planning, classroom management, data-driven instruction and collaboration with families and colleagues.

Marilou Jankowski, Expected Graduation 2027

Frances Lee Browning, Expected Graduation 2027

Programs

Bachelor’s & certification

Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education and Teaching (BAS-ECET)

From 0 to 48 months
Program Duration
In-person, Online
Program Format
Pre-Test Required
No

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Program

Program Info

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education and Teaching at Lone Star College will prepare you for a career in early childhood and elementary education. This program offers a practical approach to early childhood education. It combines theory with hands-on experience to make you a competent and reflective educator.

This program focuses on key areas, such as:

Child development
Curriculum design
Inclusive teaching strategies
Classroom management
Educational leadership

Coursework, field experiences and hands-on learning will help you develop the skills needed to support different learners. These elements will prepare you to create engaging classroom experiences for young children, too.

Lone Star's program is for both future educators and current professionals who want to advance their careers. Lone Star provides a solid base in effective and innovative teaching methods. This will help you shape the future of early childhood education. You will benefit from a flexible learning format, expert faculty and a curriculum that meets state and national standards.

Upcoming Deadlines

Deadlines
Program Start

Jul. 20, 2026
Fall

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

$3,330
In State Tuition
$9,390
Out of State Tuition

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Lone Star College have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Lone Star College to see if you can, too!

Amount

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Certifications

Core Subjects with Science of Teaching Reading Pre-K-6

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