Applied Developmental Psychology Minor

The ADP Minor is a unique program that creates the opportunity for students at the undergraduate level to learn about the development of infants and children. The design of this minor is to provide a coherent academic program that focuses on issues central to improving the well-being of children and their families.

This program specifically teaches students how to apply theories, research methods, and research findings to practical concerns. It prepares students to receive further training in various child-related professions, including the field of child care.

In this program, students will learn about the realities, styles, and needs of today's families and child care programs. In addition to coursework, students who participate in the minor also are required to enroll in an internship course.

Psychology 134A and 134B are lecture/discussion courses in which students must enroll concurrently with the internship. The Psychology 134D/134E/134C courses are developed specifically to provide the student with the experience of being in a child care setting.

These courses focus on concepts, issues, and research in applied developmental psychology related to the students' on-going field experience. By participating first- hand in child care centers throughout the community, students gain a better understanding of the knowledge they learn inside the classroom. With such experiences, students are able to enhance their educational experience and provide service to the community at the same time.

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Course Requirements Psychology 134A/134D, 134B/134E and 134C