California State University San Bernardino College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
M.A. In Child Development Psychology

San Bernardino, USA

DEGREE TYPE

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2026

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The M.A. in Child Development Psychology provides an in-depth understanding of the psychological principles affecting child development. This program explores critical theories, developmental stages, and the factors influencing behavior and learning. Coursework covers areas such as cognitive, emotional, and social development, offering students valuable insights into child psychology.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in various fields including child psychology, education, social work, and counseling. Opportunities may exist in schools, healthcare facilities, or community organizations focused on children's mental health and development.

The Master of Arts in Child Development is a 51-unit, evening program designed to provide students with an in-depth background in child growth and development. This program is targeted to students wishing to continue their studies at the graduate level in child and human development, for those currently in careers relating to children and families (e.g., early childhood education, elementary education, special education, or social service professionals), for those wishing to teach early childhood courses at a community college, and for those who plan to pursue doctoral-level studies in related fields such as child/human development, child and family studies, developmental psychology, and clinical/counseling psychology.

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