The Child Development Program is a multidisciplinary field. It is the study of human growth and development from conception through adolescence, and the application of that knowledge to benefit children, families, and communities.
This is a major for students who are interested in working with young children. Wherever possible, course material is complemented with observations and students work with children in a wide range of applied settings. The settings include schools, hospitals, clinics, and day care centers. Practicum experiences allow the integration of theory, research, and practice.
Students are prepared to work in the following occupations: pres-school teachers, childcare providers, childcare center director, and child care workers.
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Curriculum |
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| First Year | ||
| First Semester | Credit Hours | |
| BSS 101 | Freshmen Seminar | 2 |
| CIS 105 | Survey of Computer Usage | 3 |
| ENG 101 | Freshman Composition | 3 |
| MATH 131 | College Algebra | 3 |
| CDFR 100 | Child Development and FamilyRelations Seminar | 3 |
| CDFR 102 | Child Development | 3 |
| 17 | ||
| Second Semester | ||
| MATH 132 | Trigonometry | 3 |
| ENG 102 | Freshman Composition | 3 |
| Health or PE or Military Science | 1 | |
| CDFR 103 | Observational Techniques | 3 |
| HM 212 | Safety and Sanitation | 3 |
| CDFR 202 | Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum for Children: Theory To Practice | 3 |
| 16 | ||
| Second Year | ||
| First Semester | ||
| CDFR 104 | Current Issues in Child Development | 3 |
| PSY 206 | Leadership and Decision Making | 3 |
| ART 105 or 201 | Introduction to Art or Art Appreciation | 3 |
| SW 200 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 |
| CDFR 207 | Administration of Child Development Programs | 3 |
| CDFR 208 | Child Development Practicum | 3 |
| 18 | ||
| Second Semester | ||
| CDFR 209 | Marriage and Family Relationships | 3 |
| CDFR 210 | Research Methods in Child Development | 3 |
| FN 205 | Nutrition for Children | 3 |
| Open Electives | 6 | |
| 15 | ||
| First and Second Year Credit Hours Total | 66 | |
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