Pioneer Institutions in Texas

Credentials in the various areas of Texas History denote competencies including overall knowledge of the Texas history including major events, people, and factors in its historical development. Though many of these positions require appropriate education at various levels and numerous types of training, a fundamental understanding of Texas history supports many aspects of the daily task and strategic decision-making. Specifically, this badge demonstrates the earner's ability to describe the people of the early State of Texas in terms of the culture and daily life, the industries and economy, the impact of immigrants to the state, its views and issues related to slavery, and its health and governance of the people.