Child and Family Studies, Associate of Applied Science

Students who successfully complete an Associate of Applied Science in Child and Family Studies will be able to:

  • Plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate curriculum.

  • Create developmentally appropriate learning environments.

  • Meet the needs of children by implementing positive guidance strategies.

  • Interpret child assessments, observations and documentation to create developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children.

  • Function effectively as a team member in an early education setting.

  • Analyze collaborative parent partnership strategies.

See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Applied Science degree.

Related Instruction Requirements

Communication

WR 121English Composition

3

Computation

MTH 105Math in Society

4

Human Relations

HDFS 201Contemporary Families in The U.S.

3

Program Requirements

Required Courses

COMM 218Interpersonal Communication

3

ED 101Observation and Guidance

4

ED 102Education Practicum

4

ED 103Extended Education Practicum

4

ED 110Principles Of Observation

3

ED 125Job Search Skills

1

ED 131Positive Guidance: Young Child

3

ED 152Creativity & the Arts

3

ED 163Infant Toddler Development and Group Care

3

ED 179Literacy, Science & Math

3

ED 219Civil Rights and Multicultural Issues in Education

3

ED 222Constructive Discipline

3

ED 282Working w/Child w/Special Need

3

ENG 221Children's Literature

3

HDFS 225Infant and Child Development

4

HDFS 233Prof Foundations: Early Child

3

HDFS 248Learning Experiences/Children

3

HDFS 261Working with Individuals and Families

3

HDFS 280CWE CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

1 TO 12

PE 231Lifetime Health & Fitness

3

TA 240Creative Drama For Classroom

3

Electives

13

Students need to take a minimum of 2 credits of HDFS 280 Cooperative Work Experience (CWE).

Students are advised to speak with a faculty advisor about approved elective coursework.

Total Credit Hours: 90