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
 Take one (1) additional course from the following:
COURSE  TITLE UNITS
FCS 203 Infant and Toddler Development   3
FCS 305 Life Cycle Nutrition  4
FCS 310 Early Childhood Education 4
FCS 313 Adolescents in the Family Context  2
  TOTAL 2-4
  MINOR TOTAL 18-20