Child Studies
Enroll in a child studies program and learn what makes kids tick. You will learn it all, including the cognitive, social and emotional development of children and the effects of their environment and parental behavior. Prepare to enter the work force at a children's program or in a school.
There has always been more than enough parenting advice to go around from “Spare the rod, spoil the child” to “Be your child’s friend” to “Because I said so.”But what works and what doesn’t? Even beyond that matter, do things that work in the short term effect children negatively long term? A thorough education in child studies will answer all these questions and more. Child studies curriculum focuses on the cognitive, social and emotional development of children and the effects of their environment and parental behavior. Individuals with a background in child studies often work as a directors of children’s program or in a school setting.