The Education Department offers a four year program leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree Child Development. This degree can be used for preparation for a career in teaching pre-kindergarten through grade 3.
The field of child development explores the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of children from infancy through age eight. Implicit in the study of children's development is the emphasis on students' understanding of, and appreciation for, the diversity of children, families, and communities.
Our Bachelor of Science in Child Development Program combines a strong liberal arts foundation with a solid theoretical grounding in child...
The purpose of the Child Development degree is to educate learners to work with young children and families in early childhood settings. Practices of early childhood professionals focus on teaching strategies based on child development and learning styles; creating developmentally, individually, and culturally appropriate practices; assessing children's development and learning; and developing positive relationships with children and their families....
Freshman and transfer students may declare child life as a major. Other ECU students must have a 2.5 GPA in order to change from another major to child life. Child life majors who have completed 45 s.h. must maintain a 2.5 GPA. A child life major who has a GPA of less than 2.5 for two consecutive semesters will not be allowed to continue in the program. Prior to internship (CDFR 4415), students must have completed the following courses with a minimum...
Rapid changes in society cause stress to individuals from childhood through adulthood. Coping with those stresses has become an important issue for individuals and families. Career opportunities exist for professionals who understand individual growth and development, interactions within families, and interactions of individuals and families with their surroundings.
This major has three options to choose from.
(Option 1) Child Development (Option...
The Bachelor of Arts of Education in Child Development/Elementary prepares teachers for preschool, kindergarten and the elementary grades. Pro gram focus is on developmental processes and principles applied to preschool and elementary school aged children.
The program is designed to prepare education related personnel for employment in the fields of child care and children's services for young children from birth to five and has the potential to meet the teacher certification needs of other grade levels as well. This degree program is a joint initiative between Florida Gulf Coast University and Edison College. An articulation agreement has been reached between the two institutions to allow Edison...
The Child Development and Learning program will prepare the student to teach with competence as a highly qualified teacher in an elementary school or kindergarten, whether in a Christian or public school. Specific objectives states that the graduate should also be able to:
(1) select appropriate materials for specific groups;
(2) meet the educational needs of students with unique demands;
(3) demonstrate competency in the various methods of teaching...
The family and child studies profession prepares men and women for careers serving children and families. The Child Development Specialization curriculum offers classroom instruction and field experiences that focus on developing the competencies required for work with children and youth in group settings. Career opportunities include child care centers, public and private nursery schools, preschool programs, after-school programs, and agencies that...
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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