The field of Child Development is dedicated to understanding how individuals change over time from conception through adolescence. The knowledge of developmental processes, of what changes and what stays constant, and of what influences change is essential for making sound decisions regarding children‘s welfare and individual success. The program in Child Development includes in-class and field experiences to prepare students to become knowledgeable...
The Bachelor of Science in Child Development provides breadth and depth in the child and family sciences. It is an excellent foundational degree for individuals who wish to pursue careers or graduate studies in social services, education, child and family health, family law, counseling, or college teaching. It is also a degree that provides excellent preparation to those who have, or will have, families. ...
The Child Development Practitioner Option is an accelerated, year-round program designed to address the career objectives and academic goals of full-time professionals who work in infant, toddler, preschool, after-school, and early care and education support programs. Its goals are to cultivate professionals who 1) contribute to and foster best practice, 2) engage in and promote reflective practice, collaboration, and lifelong learning, 3) build a...
The Pre-Credential Option prepares prospective teachers for the challenges presented in contemporary elementary school classrooms. It provides students with in-depth coursework in child development and family science to better prepare teachers who will understand and work effectively with children and parents. In addition, the option includes interdisciplinary coursework that addresses requirements specified in the California State Standards and is...
The mission of Child Development and Family Studies is to improve the lives of children and families. We provide hands-on experiences to students through involvement in community and professional activities. Specific CDFS courses meet the education requirements for the Child Development permit from the State of California.
Students may obtain a B.A. degree in Family & Consumer Sciences: Child Development and Family Studies (CDFS) with an emphasis...
The Bachelor of Arts degree Child Development includes a choice among four options: Option I, which prepares students to work as administrators in preschools, day care centers or youth agencies or to gain entry into careers with children and families such as child life specialist or parent educator; Option II, a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing-approved Elementary Subject Matter Teacher Preparation program for the California Multiple...
Child Development is the study of the physical, socio-emotional and cognitive growth and development of the child from conception through adolescence. The purposes of this major are to provide a sound academic program in Child Development and prepare students to work with children and families in a variety of school and community settings.
Child Development students pursue careers in elementary school teaching; preschool teaching and administration;...
The Child Development Concentration in EDCE prepares students to work in child care settings with children from infancy through pre-kindergarten. The program consists of the core child development academic program and 14–15 units of electives with a focus of study on developmental theory, systematic observation and assessment, and pre-school curriculum development. Students have opportunities for first-hand experience working with infants and children,...
The Child Development Concentration in Elementary Pre-credential is an academic child development program with an emphasis on preparing the student to enter an elementary school (multiple-subjects) teaching credential program. It consists of the core academic child development courses, 11 units of credential prerequisite courses, and 3 units of electives, chosen in coordination with a major advisor. Students who intend to pursue an elementary school...
Early childhood, especially those years from infancy through preschool, is a time of discovery, learning, and growth. Caring, well-educated adults can impact children's success in school and in life. You, too, could become one of the dedicated professionals who have what it takes to bring a lasting and positive influence to the lives of our youngest learners. Whether you're interested in entering this...
Early childhood, especially those years from infancy through preschool, is a time of discovery, learning, and growth. Caring, well-educated adults can impact children's success in school and in life. You, too, could become one of the dedicated professionals who have what it takes to bring a lasting and positive influence to the lives of our youngest learners. Whether you're interested in entering this...
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