The mission of the Child Development Program is to provide students the knowledge and skills necessary to continue their education at a university in the field of Child Development or Early Childhood. The program accomplishes the mission by preparing students to teach in diverse and inclusive environments, build relationships with children, family and community, and design, implement and evaluate curriculum. In addition, the program equips students with an understanding of health, safety, and nutritional requirements and promotes positive learning outcomes for each child.
Upon completion of the program, the student will integrate cultural diversity in an inclusive learning environment.
A. Apply appropriate cultural community resources
B. Engage parental participation based upon family demographics.
Upon completion of the program, the student will determine the developmental level of each child.
A. Apply individual family service plan based on external forces.
B. Apply the developmental characteristic profile to child’s development.
Upon completion of the program, the student will create an age appropriate curriculum.
A. Relate theoretical perspectives to child development
B. Build age appropriate learning content
C. Organize appropriate physical setting
Graduates of our program can pursue careers in Early Head Start and Head Start teacher assistant, preschool teacher assistant, parent educator, family support professional, child care facility administrator,
and state agency employee.
If you have any questions about the CASC Child Development, please contact our office.
This 18-hour program prepares individuals for entry-level jobs as teacher assistants in early childhood programs. This program exceeds the training requirements for the national competency-based Child Development Associate credential – providing you with an advantage when applying for jobs at childcare facilities, hospitals, and more.
The Scholars for Excellence in Child Care is a statewide scholarship program that provides support services, tuition and book assistance for child care providers.The program promotes scholar success by empowering scholars to take responsibility for achieving their academic and professional goals.
Verna, our Scholar Coordinator can:
Providing affordable , accessible, and exceptional education that fosters student success.
Carl Albert State College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.edu), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education