Child Development, Bachelor of Science

Requirements

Total Course Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree

See the "Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree" in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements. A minimum of 40 units, including those required for the major, must be upper division.

Elective Requirements

Completion of elective courses (beyond the requirements listed below) to reach a total of a minimum of 120 units.

General Education Requirements (43 units)

See the "General Education" requirements in the University Catalog or the Class Schedule for the most current information on General Education requirements and course offerings.

Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (3 Units)

See the "Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement" section in the University Catalog.

Statutory Requirements: United States History, Constitution and American Ideals (6 Units)

See the "Statutory Requirements" section in the University Catalog. 

Minor Requirements

Single field major, no minor required. 

Major Requirements (43-45 units)

The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required for all candidates for this degree. 

All Child Development courses applied to the B.S. in Child Development must be passed with a grade of "C" or better. 

Child Development Core Courses 

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Note: MAT 131 Elementary Statistics and Probability, MAT 132 Statistics and Probability with Support Lecture Modifying Course, and MAT 134 Statistics & Probability - Supported may be used to meet the GE Area 2 Mathematical Concepts & Quantitative Reasoning requirement. PSY 230 Elementary Statistical Analysis in Psychology does not count towards GE Area 2.

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Note: CDV 320 satisfies GWAR requirement for CDV majors. 

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Note: CDV 430 Guiding Social and Emotional Development in Early Childhood, CDV 462 Atypical Development , and CDV 480 Practicum in Early Childhood Education are required specialized courses for the Early Development and Learning Concentration. 

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Note: CDV 442 Marriage, Family, and Community is a required specialized course for the Counseling and Family Services Concentration.

Concentrations (12 - 21 units)

Students may select one of the following concentrations, but it is not required. 

Early Development and Learning Concentration (12 - 21 units)

Students interested in the Early Development and Learning Concentration must select one of the tracks listed below. Students in each track complete the EDLC core courses. Credential tracks are designed to expedite students' completion of the stated credential program at CSUDH. Students will complete some of their credential coursework as an undergraduate and finish their credential coursework in the credential program after they graduate with their bachelor's degree. Students must apply for the desired credential program in the final year of their bachelor's degree program if they want to continue into the credential program. 

Child Development Permit Track¹ (12 units)

PK-3 Credential Track² (12 units)

Early Childhood Special Education Credential Track³ (21 units) 

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In addition to the Child Development Core Curriculum, completion of the Early Development and Learning Concentration core courses will prepare students for the Child Development Teacher Level Permit. 

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Completing the PK-3 Credential Track will prepare students for entry into the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential at CSUDH. Students must apply for the credential program in the final year of their bachelor's degree if they want to continue into the credential program. Students who are accepted into the credential program may use the following courses towards their credential: CDV 363, ECE 400, LBS 410, and LBS 430. Students must receive a B- or better in these courses to count toward the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential at CSUDH. 

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Completing the Early Childhood Special Education Credential Track will prepare students for entry into the Early Childhood Special Education Instruction Credential at CSUDH. Students must apply for the credential program in the final year of their bachelor's degree if they want to continue into the credential program. Students who are accepted into the credential program may use the following courses towards their credential: LBS 410, SPE 458, SPE 462, and SPE 480. Students must receive a B- or better in these courses to count toward the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential at CSUDH. 

Counseling and Family Services Concentration (12 units)

Select four courses from the following: 

Total Course Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree

See the "Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree" in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements. A minimum of 40 units, including those required for the major, must be upper division.

Elective Requirements

Completion of elective courses (beyond the requirements listed below) to reach a total of a minimum of 120 units.

General Education Requirements (43 units)

See the "General Education" requirements in the University Catalog or the Class Schedule for the most current information on General Education requirements and course offerings.

Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (3 Units)

See the "Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement" section in the University Catalog.

Statutory Requirements: United States History, Constitution and American Ideals (6 Units)

See the "Statutory Requirements" section in the University Catalog. 

Minor Requirements

Single field major, no minor required. 

Major Requirements (43-45 units)

The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required for all candidates for this degree. 

All Child Development courses applied to the B.S. Child Development must be passed with the grade of "C" or better. 

¹

Note: MAT 131 Elementary Statistics and Probability, MAT 132 Statistics and Probability with Support Lecture Modifying Course, and MAT 134 Statistics & Probability - Supported may be used to meet the GE Area 2 Mathematical Concepts & Quantitative Reasoning requirement. PSY 230 Elementary Statistical Analysis in Psychology does not count towards GE Area 2.

²

Note: CDV 320 satisfies GWAR requirement for CDV majors. 

³

Note: CDV 430 Guiding Social and Emotional Development in Early Childhood, CDV 462 Atypical Development , and CDV 480 Practicum in Early Childhood Education are required specialized courses for the Early Development and Learning Concentration. 

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Note: CDV 442 Marriage, Family, and Community is a required specialized course for the Counseling and Family Services Concentration.

Total Course Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree

See the "Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree" in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements. A minimum of 40 units, including those required for the major, must be upper division.

Elective Requirements

Completion of elective courses (beyond the requirements listed below) to reach a total of a minimum of 120 units.

General Education Requirements (43 units)

See the "General Education" requirements in the University Catalog or the Class Schedule for the most current information on General Education requirements and course offerings.

Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (3 Units)

See the "Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement" section in the University Catalog.

Statutory Requirements: United States History, Constitution and American Ideals (6 Units)

See the "Statutory Requirements" section in the University Catalog. 

Minor Requirements

Single field major, no minor required. 

Major Requirements (55 - 66 units)

The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required of all candidates for this degree.

All Child Development courses applied to the B.S. in Child Development must be passed with a grade of "C" or better.

Child Development Core Courses (43 - 45 units)

¹

Note: MAT 131 Elementary Statistics and Probability, MAT 132 Statistics and Probability with Support Lecture Modifying Course, and MAT 134 Statistics & Probability - Supported may be used to meet the GE Area 2 Mathematical Concepts & Quantitative Reasoning requirement. PSY 230 Elementary Statistical Analysis in Psychology does not count towards GE Area 2.

²

Note: CDV 320 satisfies GWAR requirement for CDV majors. 

³

Note: CDV 430 Guiding Social and Emotional Development in Early Childhood, CDV 462 Atypical Development , and CDV 480 Practicum in Early Childhood Education are required specialized courses for the Early Development and Learning Concentration. 

⁴

Note: CDV 442 Marriage, Family, and Community is a required specialized course for the Counseling and Family Services Concentration.

Early Development and Learning Concentration (12-21 units)

Students interested in the Early Development and Learning Concentration must select one of the tracks listed below. Students in each track complete the EDLC core courses. Credential tracks are designed to expedite students' completion of the stated credential program at CSUDH. Students will complete some of their credential coursework as an undergraduate and finish their credential coursework in the credential program after they graduate with their bachelor's degree. Students must apply for the desired credential program in the final year of their bachelor's degree program if they want to continue into the credential program.

Child Development Permit Track¹ (12 units)

PK-3 Track² (18 units) 

Early Childhood Special Education Track³ (21 units) 

¹

Completion of the Child Development Permit Track courses will prepare students for the Child Development Teacher Level Permit.

²

Completing the PK-3 Track will prepare students for entry into the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential at CSUDH. Students must apply for the credential program in the final year of their bachelor's degree. Students who are accepted into the credential program may use the following courses towards their PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential at CSUDH: CDV 363, ECE 400, LBS 410, and LBS 430. Students must receive a B- or better in these courses to count toward the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential at CSUDH.

³

Completing the Early Childhood Special Education Track will prepare students for entry into the Early Childhood Special Education Instruction Credential at CSUDH. Students must apply for the credential program in the final year of their bachelor's degree. Students who are accepted into the Early Childhood Special Education Instruction Credential at CSUDH may use the following courses towards their credential: LBS 410, SPE 458, SPE 462, and SPE 480. Students must receive a B- or better in these courses to count toward the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential at CSUDH.

Total Course Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree

See the "Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree" in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements. A minimum of 40 units, including those required for the major, must be upper division.

Elective Requirements

Completion of elective courses (beyond the requirements listed below) to reach a total of a minimum of 120 units.

General Education Requirements (43 units)

See the "General Education" requirements in the University Catalog or the Class Schedule for the most current information on General Education requirements and course offerings.

Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (3 Units)

See the "Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement" section in the University Catalog.

Statutory Requirements: United States History, Constitution and American Ideals (6 Units)

See the "Statutory Requirements" section in the University Catalog. 

Minor Requirements

Single field major, no minor required.

Major Requirements (55 - 57 units) 

The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required of all candidates for this degree.

All Child Development courses applied to the B.S. in Child Development must be passed with a grade of "C" or better.

¹

Note: MAT 131 Elementary Statistics and Probability, MAT 132 Statistics and Probability with Support Lecture Modifying Course, and MAT 134 Statistics & Probability - Supported may be used to meet the GE Area 2 Mathematical Concepts & Quantitative Reasoning requirement. PSY 230 Elementary Statistical Analysis in Psychology does not count towards GE Area 2.

²

Note: CDV 320 satisfies GWAR requirement for CDV majors. 

³

Note: CDV 430 Guiding Social and Emotional Development in Early Childhood, CDV 462 Atypical Development , and CDV 480 Practicum in Early Childhood Education are required specialized courses for the Early Development and Learning Concentration. 

⁴

Note: CDV 442 Marriage, Family, and Community is a required specialized course for the Counseling and Family Services Concentration.

Counseling and Family Services Concentration (12 units)

Program Learning Outcomes

• PLO 1: Describe and summarize (basic), apply (intermediate), and critically evaluate and synthesize (advanced) constructs, theories, and empirical findings pertaining to child development including developmental milestones and processes in the physical, cognitive, and social-emotional domains from conception through adolescence.
• PLO 2: Incorporate Diversity: analyze and illustrate how culture, gender, ethnicity, social class, and contextual variables contribute to variation in development.
• PLO 3: Demonstrate research knowledge and skills: explain and apply the scientific method; describe, evaluate, and apply research and observation methods used in the study of children’s development; and calculate and interpret basic statistics.
• PLO 4: Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills that reflect the ability to summarize (basic), apply (intermediate), and evaluate/synthesize (advanced) developmental theories and empirical findings and that are consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the child development field.
• PLO 5: Develop and demonstrate professional and personal skills and qualities related to the field of child development (e.g., observation techniques, curriculum development/implementation, leadership and teamwork, professional ethics, accountability, reliability).
• PLO 6: Demonstrate technological and information and computer literacy that permits the access, utilization, production, and dissemination of electronic information.
• CPLO A: Describe, develop, evaluate, and engage young children in developmentally- and culturally appropriate learning experiences and environments that promote their physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
• CPLO B: Describe, develop, and demonstrate professional skills and knowledge related to counseling and family service settings.

General Elective Option

4- Year Roadmap

4- Year Roadmap

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Specialized Electives (complete five courses from the following): CDV 342, CDV 344, CDV 370, CDV 372 (or CDV 430), CDV 423, CDV 440, CDV 442, CDV 444, CDV 450, or CDV 462. 

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Capstone Electives (may complete one of the following as Specialized Elective): CDV 480, CDV 490, CDV 492, CDV 496, or CDV 498.

2-Year/ADT Roadmap (transfer students)

2-Year Roadmap (transfer students)

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Specialized Electives (complete four courses from the following): CDV 342, CDV 344, CDV 370, CDV 372 (or CDV 430), CDV 423, CDV 440, CDV 442, CDV 444, CDV 450, or CDV 462. 

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Capstone Electives (may complete one of the following as Specialized Elective): CDV 480, CDV 490, CDV 492, CDV 496, or CDV 498.

Early Development and Learning Concentration

Counseling and Family Services Concentration