About Child Development and Family Studies
This degree prepares you for a variety of careers including early childhood education, family support, recreation, after-school and school-based professions and after additional study, can enter a variety of careers including TK-12 classroom teaching, school administration, etc.
The Child Development Program is designed so that you may satisfy the requirements for graduation from the College with a major in Child Development and Family Studies. The program is aligned with other ECE/CDEV majors throughout the state Curriculum Alignment Project to allow for statewide uniformity in the major and portability of coursework from other California Community Colleges.
Explore Potential Careers
Studying Child Development and Family Studies can lead to a variety of different jobs or career paths. Below are just some of the many options you will have!
- Early Childhood Educator
- Infant-Toddler Teacher
- Preschool Administrator
- Early Childhood Advocate
- Violence Intervention Community-Based Work
- Early Interventionist in Special Education
Program Options
Click on the degree or certificate you're interested in earning to see a sample map of courses to take to complete your goal from start to finish.
Please note that the course maps provided are just an example to help you get started. Please meet with a counselor to personalize the plan to you and your Academic goals.
Transfer Options
Many of our Certificates lead up to the AS Degree: The best place to start is with the Associate Teacher Certificate of Accomplishment (12 Units), then follow the map to the degree!
Have questions about transfer? Visit the Transfer Center for help, transfer information, and/or to speak with college representatives.