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2016-2017 University Catalog 
    
2016-2017 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Child and Adolescent Development, Option in Family and Community Contexts, B.S.


(120 UNITS)

Bachelor of Science in Child and Adolescent Development


The Bachelor of Science in Child and Adolescent Development requires 51 units of major coursework. All majors complete the nine-unit basic core courses. In addition, majors choose one of four options that each include 42 units of coursework. The options allow students to focus on the population and context in which they are interested: Adolescent/Youth Development; Early Childhood Development; Elementary School Settings; and Family and Community Contexts.

A “C” (2.0) or better is required in all courses applied to the major. Course prerequisites are strictly enforced.

Option in Family and Community Contexts (42 units)


The option Family and Community Contexts (FCC) is designed for students planning to work with children, adolescents, and their families in community-based settings and/or preparing for graduate studies in human/child development, counseling, social work or related fields.

Fieldwork Courses (6 units)


Topical Developmental Courses (18 units)


Total (120 units)