This is an interdisciplinary degree program that focuses on sociological and psychological aspects of child development and the role of families in their development. The psychological aspect of the program will help the student prepare for a career in education or human services, and will give a little background for further studies in this area. The program is available in colleges like Albright College in Pennsylvania.
This bachelor program stresses practical experiences in different areas of childhood. Students spend two hours per week in infant, toddler and preschool settings. Students also take a semester-long course that covers infants and toddlers, and another semester-long course that covers children aged 3 to 6. The program will enable students to work in different scenarios and work with children with disabilities. Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina is one of the many facilities that offer this program.
This program focuses on development of families, and how certain social factors affect a child's development. Since it takes into account many interrelated factors, you will obtain a lot of knowledge on contemporary issues related to human development, from infancy until the end of life. After completing the program, you will qualify for a career in government and social services. You will also be eligible to start a graduate or doctoral-degree program in developmental sciences, social work, children counseling and family education. The program is available at Arizona State University, Tempe campus.
This program aims to prepare students to work in child-care settings. The focus will be on developmental theory, systematic observation, assessment, and pre-school curriculum, which will give the students a chance for firsthand experience working with infants and children. This study will allow students to complete most of the early care and education -- or ECE -- requirements. You can enroll in this program at the California State University in Sacramento.