Degree Requirements
Total program: 52-56 semester hours
Core Requirements
40 semester hours
Students will complete the core courses and choose 1 concentration. Transfer students are allowed to bring in pre-selected Child Development courses in 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 (Must be taken in residency) | 4 |
| EDUC 354P | Early Childhood Observation and Assessment Practicum | 4 |
| EDUC 356 | Child and Family Relationships in a Diverse Society | 4 |
| EDUC 452 | Parenting Theory in Cultural Contexts | 4 |
| EDUC 454P | Early Childhood Student Teaching (Must be taken in residency) | 4 |
| EDUC 445 | Adult Supervision and Mentoring | 4 |
| EDUC 459 | Integrated Curriculum for Young Children 1 | 4 |
| EDUC 485 | Social Emotional Learning | 4 |
| EDUC 486 | Intro to Early Childhood Special Education: Policies & Practices | 4 |
| EDUC 499 | Senior Project | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours | 40 | |
- 1
Must be taken in the last 3 years for transfer.
Concentrations
12-16 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 chose 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
14 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 447 | Infant & Toddler Curriculum | 2 |
| EDUC 448 | Young Children's Mathematical Development & Pedagogy | 4 |
| EDUC 449 | Young Children's Language and Literacy Development & Pedagogy | 4 |
| EDUC 451 | Infant & Toddler Development | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours | 14 | |
Concentration in Infants/Toddlers & Special Education
12 semester hours
The Bachelor of Science in Child Development with a concentration in Infants/Toddlers and Special Education prepares students for possible employment opportunities in Early Head Start or Head Start programs, private preschool classrooms, family daycare, afterschool programs, infant/toddler centers, etc. This concentration qualifies for the California Child Development Master Teacher Permit including one specialization.
| Code | Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 254 | Health, Safety & Nutrition | 4 |
| EDUC 447 | Infant & Toddler Curriculum | 2 |
| EDUC 451 | Infant & Toddler Development | 4 |
| EDUC 487 | Curriculum and Strategies for Children with Special Needs | 2 |
| Total Semester Hours | 12 | |
Concentration in Leadership
16 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 448 | Young Children's Mathematical Development & Pedagogy | 4 |
| EDUC 449 | Young Children's Language and Literacy Development & Pedagogy | 4 |
| EDUC 453A | Supervision and Administration of Programs for Young Children | 4 |
| EDUC 453B | Advanced Supervision and Administration of Programs for Young Children | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours | 16 | |
Concentration in Early Childhood Teaching
13 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-school system. Additional PK3 courses will be taken to complete the credential. Students will begin coursework for the PK3 Credential in their Senior year. Refer to the information on the PK3 credential (pending approval from the CCTC) on the Support Pathways tab.
| 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 |
| Total Semester Hours | 13 | |
Concentration in Kinesiology
16 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 380 | Motor Development | 4 |
| KINE 381 | Motor Learning | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours | 16 | |
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 | |
Concentration in Criminology
16 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 about the criminal justice system, advocacy and juvenile delinquency. The Bachelor of Science in Child Development with a concentration in Criminology introduces students to aspects of the criminal justice system that will inform students who choose to work with children and families in social work, foster care, court appointed care-giving, child advocacy organizations, family support systems, public policy, early childhood classrooms.
| Code | Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 254 | Health, Safety & Nutrition | 4 |
| SOC 321 | Juvenile Delinquency | 4 |
| SOC 326 | Criminal Justice System | 4 |
| SOC 350 | Law and Society | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours | 16 | |