195 Child Development Degree Programs

Child development is an integral part of our society. Those who work in Child Development often give parents the opportunity to work or attend school without the worries of who will be watching their children. Not only do these workers impact the parents’ lives, but these Child Development workers are also key to the lives of young children. Child development workers teach and guide our young children. At Enterprise State Community College, the Child Development program is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of childcare facilities. For those who are already working with young children, ESCC’s Child Development program provides an opportunity for them to upgrade their skills and competencies. ESCC offers students a variety of options to choose from. Students can choose from any of three short-term certificates, a long-term certificate, or even an Associate of Applied Science degree.

Graduates will become leaders and innovators in the Child and Family Development field through an advanced interdisciplinary and experiential education that prepares professionals who will contribute to the well-being of individuals, families, and global communities through careers working with children and families.

The program seeks to form early childhood educators and specialists (preschool and primary school teachers and administrators, child development consultants, and researchers) who can effectively blend theory and practice in creating positive learning opportunities and experiences for young children to promote their total development.

The Occupational Development A.A.S. degree is designed to provide for cooperatively sponsored educational opportunities leading to the Associate in Applied Science degree for students in registered apprenticeship training programs and to provide a mechanism for Mountwest Community & Technical College to deliver educational programs to individuals employed in the Child Development field.

The MSc in Psychology of Child Development offers a thorough exploration of how children grow and learn, emphasizing both theoretical understanding and practical application. The program covers key ar...

Students studying child development take courses that focus on the physical, social, emotional, linguistic and intellectual development of children from birth through age 8. Most classes have opportunities for students to observe and work with young children, as well as an on-site infant-toddler program where students observe and may be hired as work-study students.

The Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Science with a concentration in Professional Child Development is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills r...

The Human Development and Family Studies Major with a Child Development Option is designed to prepare students for careers working with children and families by providing a comprehensive understanding...

The Child and Family Development—BS program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for careers working with children and families. The program emphasizes a strong foundation in...

The Applied Child and Adolescent Development M.A. program focuses on understanding the developmental processes and factors that influence children and adolescents. It emphasizes both theoretical found...

The Child Development program offers a comprehensive curriculum focused on understanding the growth and development of children from infancy through adolescence. It covers key areas such as cognitive,...

In the Master of Arts in Child Development program, students explore the lives of children as the interaction of intellectual, emotional, social, and imaginative streams. The program combines an in-depth study of primary theoretical perspectives with practical fieldwork and encourages students to study children in a wide range of social contexts and environments.

The Bachelor’s degree in Child Development and Family Relations prepares students to understand how children grow and develop, as well as how families function and change over time. The program focuse...

The flexible, online Bachelor of Science in Child Development - Birth through Kindergarten program offered through App State Online connects you with the knowledge and tools to guide today's children from infancy through kindergarten.

The Child Development, Early Childhood Mental Health Concentration M.S. program is designed to prepare students for advanced roles in understanding and supporting the developmental needs of young chil...