Bachelor of Science (BS), Child Development
Your Degree
The child development program at CSU offers intensive instruction of literacy and language acquisition assessment and practicum experience in multiple settings. Graduates from this major have worked in various preschool settings in public and private environments, including Head Start.
Your Facilities
Wingo Hall houses classrooms for the humanities and education and faculty offices for the College of Education. Named for Henry C. Wingo. You can also find the Galley at Bingo as a quick dining option for students.
Your College
The mission of the College of Education is to prepare professional educators who, guided by a strong sense of community and the integration of their faith, are academically strong, skilled and morally committed to educating in a wide range of culturally diverse learning environments.
Resources for Future Teachers
Our partner, TeachSC, offers free support to anyone exploring a career in teaching. When you sign up, you’ll get access to 1-on-1 coaching, up to $100 in fee reimbursements for costs like testing and fingerprinting, and a chance to win a $1,000 regional scholarship.
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Get Plugged In
The College of Education offers several enriching opportunities for education students to develop beyond the classroom:
Teaching Fellows participate in advanced enrichment programs and leadership training; Teacher Cadets encourages talented high school students to consider teaching careers while earning college credits; Future Teachers Society provides education majors with networking opportunities through monthly meetings with education professionals; and Call Me MISTER (Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models) works to increase diversity in the teaching profession.
Each program offers unique pathways for students to enhance their teaching skills, build professional connections, and prepare for successful careers in education.
Child Development Courses
As an Child Development major, you’ll take courses like:
- Ministry to Children and Family
- Principles and Philosophy of Education
- Human Growth and Child Development
- School Health
- Principles of Sociology
- Instructional Strategies for Diverse Learners
Child Development Career
Graduates are equipped for a variety of career paths.
- Preschool Teaching
- Child Development Centers
- Family Support Services
- Early Intervention Programs
- After-School Programs
- Child Advocacy Organizations
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