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Child and Family Studies, One-Year Certificate

A student who successfully completes a one year certificate in Child and Family Studies will be able to:

  • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.

  • Document children's learning.

  • Analyze children's development according to the four primary developmental domains.

  • Apply collaborative parent partnership strategies.

  • Contribute as an effective team member.

Related Instruction Requirements

Communication

COMM 218Interpersonal Communication

3

Computation

MTH 105Math in Society

4

Human Relations

HDFS 201Contemporary Families in The U.S.

3

Program Requirements

Required Courses

ED 110Principles Of Observation

3
ED 131Positive Guidance: Young Child

3
ED 152Creativity & the Arts

3
ED 282Working w/Child w/Special Need

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
TA 240Creative Drama For Classroom

3
WR 121English Composition

3
Electives

3

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: 46