The Concentrations in Child Studies are designed for early childhood education professionals who seek to make a positive difference in the lives of young children. These concentrations focus on preparing professionals to work with children in a variety of early childhood settings. They are designed to develop skills and knowledge to address the physical, cognitive, intellectual, language, social/emotional, and creative needs of young children.

Three options are available to Early Childhood Professionals in Child Studies.

• Early Childhood Studies: allows for specialization in Infant/Toddler, Preschool or Program Administration.
• Child Studies: is an option for students who want to work in an early childhood setting and/or go on to a Master of Education or a certification program to teach in a public school setting.
• Montessori Studies: is an option for students who have an Associate Degree in Montessori Studies or hold an approved certificate or credential in Montessori Education and want to work in a Montessori school.

Students interested in continuing on to obtain a Master's Degree in Education or teacher certification should take a minimum of 18 credits in typical/atypical, child and human development. Out of state residents should contact their State Department of Education for current requirements.

Concentration Plan of Study Forms
The concentration plan of study (CPS) is the tool you will use to plan your degree completion program. The CPS form offers information on how subject requirements can be met. You may download the form below as a Microsoft Word document (form will open in a new window). To request a course subsitution in a CPS, use the Request for Substitution Form. Additional information on the concentration is also available in the Official Catalog.

• Child Studies CPS Form
• Child Study - Focus in Montessori Studies CPS Form
• Early Childhood Studies CPS Form
• Use these versions if you matriculated prior to July 2009:
  • Child Study - Focus in Montessori Studies CPS Form
  • Child Study - Option A (No Associate) CPS Form
  • Child Study - Option B (Associate, No Cert) CPS Form
  • Child Study - Option C (On to Cert or Masters) CPS Form

Please Note: for prospective students this form should simply serve as a guide. Once you have matriculated (enrolled), you will receive personalized degree planning advice from your Academic Counselor.