Overview

Knowledge of developmental processes and the factors that influence development is essential for effectively working with children and for making sound decisions regarding their welfare and for promoting individual success.

The program in Child Development from California State University, Dominguez Hills includes in-class and field experiences to prepare students to become knowledgeable and effective child and family professionals.

Foundational coursework prepares students to master the basics of development across different developmental periods. As students advance through the program, they take specialized courses to develop a deeper understanding of the factors related to development, its study, and its application.

Features

The Child Development major is a single-field major. A minor is not required. The program offers students the opportunity to work in the field as well as receive rigorous scientific training.

The curriculum spans the period of infancy through adolescence, thus preparing students for working with any age group. Specialized courses such as one on immigrant children or on child and family policy provide concrete linkages to the challenges of growing up in diverse settings and of the powerful social and political contexts that shape children’s development.

Preparation

High school students are encouraged to develop strong competencies in English, mathematics, and in the social, behavioral, and life sciences. Both lower and upper division courses in the major require substantive writing, analytical and critical thinking skills, and a comprehensive understanding of research methods. Thus, adequate academic preparation is strongly advised.

Career Possibilities

The Bachelor’s of Science degree in Child Development provides a basis for diverse professional careers including – but not limited to – early childhood and K-12 education, parent education, youth counseling, program development and administration for at risk or special needs youth, case management in governmental agencies, occupational / behavioral / speech therapy, social work, or child advocacy.

Child development majors work in settings such as schools, family courts, hospitals, governmental agencies and non-profit agencies that deliver services to children and families, recreation programs, and for companies that manufacture products for children such as toys, books and software, as well as in research settings. The degree also prepares students for credentialing programs and for graduate studies.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Elementary Statistics and Probability

Statistics and Probability with Support

Elementary Statistical Analysis in Psychology

Methods and Analysis in Child Study

Stress, Risk and Resiliency

Development in Diverse Contexts

Becoming American: Immigrant Children and Families in the US

Development in Poverty

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Carson, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students applying to a bachelor’s degree program with no previous coursework at a college or university are considered first–time, first-year (freshmen) university students.The application requirements are different for students coming from a High School in the United States or outside of the country:

Applicants from a U.S. High School

International students who have completed only coursework from the United States, or have a combination of international and U.S. coursework, must meet the minimum Admissions Requirements to be considered for admission.

Applicants from an International High School

First-time, first-year applicants must have completed the secondary education/high school in their own country or the equivalent in another country. Good academic standing with a “2.5” grade point average (on a scale of A, B, C, D, F) or better for all the courses taken, including Math/Science, at the secondary school is required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

6937 USD / year

≈ 6937 USD / year
Out-of-State

6937 USD / year

≈ 6937 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6450 USD / year

≈ 6450 USD / year

Additional Details

Nonresident tuition (in addition to basic tuition and other systemwide fees charged all students) for all CSUs: $420 Charge Per Unit - Per Semester

Living costs

Carson

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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