Child and Family Studies, One-Year Certificate

Students who successfully complete all Child and Family Studies, One-Year Certificate requirements 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.

  • Identify collaborative parent partnership strategies.

  • Contribute as an effective team member.

Program Course Requirements

See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Applied Science degree. For information on the advised sequence of program courses, see the Child and Family Studies, One-year Certificate Program Map.

Communication

COMM 218Interpersonal Communication

3

Computation

MTH 105Math in Society

4

Human Relations

ANTH 110Intro to Cultural Anthropology

3

Core Courses

ED 110Principles Of Observation

3

ED 131Positive Guidance: Young Child

3

ED 152Creativity & the Arts

3

ED 179Literacy, Science & Math

3

ED 222Constructive Discipline

3

ED 282Working w/Child w/Special Need

3

HDFS 225Infant and Child Development

4

HDFS 248Learning Experiences/Children

3

HDFS 261Working with Individuals and Families

3

HDFS 280CWE Childhood Development

1 TO 12

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