University of Central Missouri
About the Program
The mission of Central's Child and Family Development program is to prepare highly qualified graduates to work effectively with individuals and families in our diverse and multi-faceted society, which in turn, improves the quality of life for individuals and families. This mission will be accomplished through comprehensive curriculum rooted in sound theoretical framework and contemporary research, hands-on professional learning experiences with children and families in varied settings, strong support and valuable guidance, and leadership opportunities.
Program Overview
| Area | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|
| Child/Human Development | 35% | |
| Family Studies | 35% | |
| Advocacy | 10% | |
| Child Life | 10% | |
| Pre-Marriage and Family Therapy | 10% |
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Undergraduate Program
- Individual and Family Relationships
- Child Development
- Observation of Children
- Practicum in Child Development
- Field Experience in Child and Family Development
- Early Childhood
- Family Systems and Lifespan Development
- Parent-Child Interaction
- Organization and Administration of Programs for Young Children
- Multicultural Study and Approaches with Families
- Transition to Marriage
- Youth Culture and Development
- Divorce, Death, Loss & Grief Across Lifespan
- Reliance in Children and Adolescence
- Health Issues in Childhood and Adolesence
- Family Policy and Advocacy
- Sexuality Across the Lifespan
- Special Problems in Family and Individual Development
- Special Problems in Lifespan of the Family
- Professional Issues in Sexuality Education
- Seminar in Family and Individual Development
- Special Projects in Child and Family Development
- Internship
- Senior Seminar
- Adulthood
The degree in Child and Family Development enable students to work with children and families in various settings. Due to the changes and diversities among modern families, there is an increasing demand for Child and Family Development Professionals. Opportunities at the state/federal level are anticipated due to the massive retirement of the baby boomer generation. In addition, many Child and Family Development graduates apply and are accepted to graduate schools in related field such as Marriage and Family Therapy, School Counseling, Family Law, Special Education, Elementary/Early Childhood Education, Counseling, and Human Development and Family Sciences.
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