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CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY STUDIES
The Child Development and Family Studies major investigates the development and education of children and adolescents; family dynamics; and the interactions between family systems and social environment. A wide range of issues are addressed in the study of child development and family studies, including family theory; biological, cognitive, and emotional development throughout the lifespan; the impact of the family, neighborhood, workplace, and culture on development; and the influence that developing humans have on their environment. The program leads to multidisciplinary career opportunities related to human development, education, and well-being of children and families. Participants will select concentrations that may include courses in social work, business, government and education with the goal of selecting a career path that prepares them for entry level professional positions in a variety of settings, e.g., administration of programs for children, youth or elderly; grant writing, entry level policy analysts, and family service liaisons.
The Child Development major provides an excellent basis for careers in law, business, child and family advocacy, social work and education. It also provides a strong foundation for those candidates who wish to pursue research or graduate study in these fields. Candidates completing this program are expected to demonstrate attributes characteristic of Reflective Practitioners for Global Environments. The students pursuing this major are prepared to assume leadership roles in the areas related to child and family studies. Graduates of the program may be found in public, private and non-profit agencies; in media such as newspapers and broadcasting companies; and in research institutions. The principles that guide the College of Education, Southern University at New Orleans are:
Program of Study Leading to the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child Development and Family Studies
124 Semester Hours Required
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