This minor is for students who desire an introductory exposure to the study of child development. It will also meet the requirements for the Associate Teacher Permit needed for teachers in Early Childhood. A minimum of 18-20 units are required for this minor, including the following lower and upper-division courses.
REQUIREMENTS |
| COURSE |
TITLE |
UNITS |
| FCS 120 |
Child and Adolescent Development |
4 |
FCS 315
|
Personal, Family and Community
Health |
3
|
| FCS 355 |
Development of Special Needs Children |
3
|
| FCS 385 |
Family and Parenting |
2 |
FCS 420
|
Child Development in the Family and Community |
4
|
|
TOTAL |
16 |
|
One additional course from the following: |
| COURSE |
TITLE |
UNITS |
| FCS 203 |
Infant and Toddler Development |
3 |
| FCS 305 |
Child and Adolescent Nutrition |
4 |
| FCS 310 |
Early Childhood Education |
4 |
| FCS 313 |
Adolescents in the Family Context |
2 |
|
TOTAL |
2-4 |
|
MINOR TOTAL |
18-20 | |