Degree Requirements
Total program: 52 - 70 semester hours
Core Requirements
40 semester hours
Students will complete the core courses and choose 1 concentration. Transfer students are allowed to bring pre-selected Child Development courses into the major and concentrations. Selected courses for transfer align with the California Curriculum Alignment Project.
| Code | Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 350 | Child Psychology and Development 1 | 4 |
| EDUC 354P | Early Childhood Observation and Assessment Practicum | 4 |
| EDUC 356 | Child and Family Relationships in a Diverse Society | 4 |
| EDUC 445 | Adult Supervision and Mentoring | 4 |
| EDUC 451 | Infant & Toddler Development & Pedagogy | 4 |
| EDUC 452 | Parenting Theory in Cultural Contexts | 4 |
| EDUC 454P | Early Childhood Student Teaching (Must be taken in residency) | 4 |
| EDUC 459 | Integrated Curriculum for Young Children 2 | 4 |
| EDUC 485 | Social Emotional Learning | 4 |
| EDUC 499 | Senior Project | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours | 40 | |
- 1
Must be taken in the last 10 years for transfer.
- 2
Must be taken within the last 3 years for transfer.
Concentrations
12 semester hours
The Child Development Bachelor of Science degree (CDBS) includes several concentrations, of which students must choose one. The concentrations were developed to provide students the opportunity to choose courses that pertain to their individual career goals. Concentrations have numerous advantages:
- CDBS students will discover how child development integrates with other areas of study.
- CDBS students will find the program more applicable to their personal interests, exposing them to new pathways for working with children and families.
- CDBS students will interact with students from other majors giving them opportunities to discover new perspectives in thinking and learning.
CDBS students attending on the La Verne campus will choose one concentration from the list below. If a concentration is not chosen, the Development & Pedagogy concentration will be assigned. Concentrations must be fulfilled in their entirety. Students may not mix concentration coursework. The concentration in Development & Pedagogy will be assigned to CDBS students registered in La Verne Online and Regional Campus programs. If you need further assistance in choosing a concentration please see the Child Development Program Chair.
Concentration in Development & Pedagogy
12 semester hours
The Bachelor of Science in Child Development with a Concentration in Development & Pedagogy prepares students to teach in an early childhood program that provides education, childcare, and support services for young children and their families. This concentration qualifies for the Child Development Master Teacher Permit.
| Code | Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 448 | Young Children's Mathematical Development & Pedagogy | 4 |
| EDUC 449 | Young Children's Language and Literacy Development & Pedagogy | 4 |
| EDUC 486 | Early Childhood Special Education: Policies & Pedagogy | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours | 12 | |
Concentration in Leadership
12 semester hours
The Bachelor of Science in Child Development with a Concentration in Leadership prepares students to earn a California Child Development Permit at the highest level. This concentration is for individuals who plan to work in an early childhood facility as a Site Supervisor and/or a Program Director.
| Code | Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 453A | Supervision and Administration of Programs for Young Children | 4 |
| EDUC 453B | Advanced Supervision and Administration of Programs for Young Children | 4 |
| EDUC 486 | Early Childhood Special Education: Policies & Pedagogy | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours | 12 | |
Concentration in Early Childhood Teaching
30 semester hours
The Bachelor of Science in Child Development with a concentration in Early Childhood Teaching prepares students to teach Preschool, Transitional-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade and 3rd grade in a public or private school system. Students will begin coursework for the PK3 Credential in their Senior year of their undergraduate program. Refer to the information on the PK3 credential (pending approval from the CCTC) on the Support Pathways tab.
Earning a PK3 Credential takes several steps. Following entry into the undergraduate Child Development program, students must successfully complete teaching methodology courses and fieldwork. Candidates then must apply and be accepted for student teaching, which includes courses as well as 15 weeks of in-classroom training, completed in two segments.
Earning the PK3 Credential, candidates have the opportunity to take 3 additional classes to complete a multiple subject credential.
| Code | Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 400PK | Early Development and Inquiry Based Learning | 3 |
| EDUC 401PK | Culturally Responsive Classroom Communities | 3 |
| EDUC 403PK | Self-Care and Professional Development | 3 |
| EDUC 425 | Language and Literacy, Multiple Subject | 4 |
| EDUC 426 | Introductory Teaching Practices, Multiple Subject | 4 |
| EDUC 492 | Subject Specific Pedagogy - Math and Science | 4 |
| EDUC 497 | Introductory Supervised Teaching, Multiple Subject | 3 |
| EDUC 498 | Advanced Supervised Teaching | 6 |
| Total Semester Hours | 30 | |
Concentration in Kinesiology
12 semester hours
This concentration is designed for the Undergraduate Child Development student whose goal is to work in settings that integrate concepts of child development with concepts and practice in motor development and physical literacy. The Bachelor of Science in Child Development with a concentration in Kinesiology introduces students to concepts in movement that can be easily integrated into their work with children in sports camps, boys’ and girls’ clubs, parks and recreation programs, children’s gyms, extended day programs for PK-grade 5, physical education assistants, early childhood classrooms, etc.
| Code | Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 254 | Health, Safety & Nutrition | 4 |
| KINE 323 | Biomechanics | 4 |
| KINE 390 | Motor Behavior | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours | 12 | |
Concentration in Theatre
12 semester hours
This concentration is designed for the Undergraduate Child Development student whose goal is to work in settings that integrate concepts of early childhood theories and practice with concepts of theatre production and dramatic expression. The Bachelor of Science in Child Development with a concentration in Theatre introduces students to foundational theatre concepts that can be easily integrated into their work in after-school programs, children’s museums, play-therapy programs, community theatre, children’s events planning, early childhood classrooms.
| Code | Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| THAR 351 | Directing Studio I | 4 |
| THAR 370 | Theatre and Community | 4 |
| THAR 377 | Theater and Drama Instruction for Teachers | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours | 12 | |