Child and Adolescent Development A.A.-T

Program Overview

The Child and Adolescent Development Associate in Arts for Transfer degree from College of the Desert prepares students for careers in education, social services, and healthcare. The program provides a foundation in human development, psychology, sociology, and biology, and guarantees admission to the CSU system upon completion. Graduates are qualified for entry-level positions as classroom paraprofessionals, social workers, and healthcare professionals.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Program Overview:

Course offerings are drawn from psychology, sociology, human development, anthropology, and biology, with electives from other departments.

Objectives:

• Prepare students to work in school districts as classroom paraprofessionals.
• Qualify students for entry-level social worker positions in social services programs.
• Provide a foundation for students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in education, social services, counseling, guidance, or health.
• Guarantee admission to the CSU system upon completion of the degree.

Outline:

Program Content:

• Courses in psychology, sociology, human development, anthropology, and biology.
• Electives from other departments.

Program Structure:

• 60 CSU transferable units.
• Completion of CSU GE or IGETC.
• 21-23 units in the major.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Classroom paraprofessional
• Entry-level social worker
• Teacher
• Counselor
• Guidance counselor
• Healthcare professional

Opportunities and Outcomes:

• Employment in school districts and social services programs
• Advancement to higher-level positions in education and social services fields
• Preparation for a Bachelor's degree in a related field