Child and Adolescent Studies, Elementary School Settings Concentration, B.S.

Bachelor of Science in Child and Adolescent Studies

The Bachelor of Science in Child and Adolescent Studies requires 51 units of major coursework. All majors complete 27 units of core courses. In addition, majors choose one of four concentrations that each include 24 units of coursework. The concentrations 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.

In addition to the requirements for the major, students must meet all other university requirements for a bachelor’s degree. Please consult the Graduation Requirements for the Bachelor’s Degree  section in this catalog for complete information. A “C” (2.0) or better is required in all courses applied to the major. Course prerequisites are strictly enforced.

Elementary School Settings Concentration (24 units)

The Elementary School Settings concentration (ESS) is designed for students interested in teaching at the elementary school level and emphasizes an understanding of cognitive, physical, and socio-emotional development, subject-matter knowledge, and consideration of pedagogical strategies and programs that promote academic achievement as well as other positive developmental outcomes for elementary school children.

Graduation Requirement (3 units)

• HONR 201B - Honors Seminar: American Institutions and Values since 1877 (3)
• POSC 100 - American Government (3)

Total (120 units)