Child and Adolescent Development
A.A. Degree for Transfer Child Development · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
The Associate in Arts in Child and Adolescent Development for Transfer (AA-T) prepares a student to enter a California State University (CSU) as a junior to complete a baccalaureate degree in Child Development, Human Development, Child and Adolescent Studies, or Early Childhood Education.Upon completion of the AA-T in Child and Adolescent Development, students will have a general understanding of developmental theories as they pertain to the development, care, and education of young children. Students will demonstrate skill and knowledge in preparing developmentally-appropriate environments, curriculum, and assessments as they work professionally with families and team members and qualify for a Children's Center Permit.
Program Courses & Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Child and Adolescent Development, AA-T: Complete all of the following | 19 | |
| Major requirements | 13 | |
| Major Requirements: Complete all of the following | 6 | |
| CDEV 107 | Child Growth and Development (DS1) | 3 |
| CDEV 110 | Child, Family and Community (DS2) | 3 |
| Mathematics Requirement: Complete at least one of the following rules | 4-12.5 | |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| STAT C1000E | Introduction to Statistics | 4.5 |
| STAT C1000H | Introduction to Statistics - Honors | 4 |
| Psychology Requirement: Complete at least one of the following rules | 3-6 | |
| PSYC C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC C1000H | Introduction to Psychology - Honors | 3 |
| Select two (2) courses from the following (List A) | 6 | |
| CDEV 108 | Observation and Assessment for Early Learning and Development (DS3) | 3 |
| CDEV 112 | Health, Safety and Nutrition for Children | 3 |
| CDEV 116A | Infant/Toddler Growth and Development (DS4) | 3 |
| CDEV 221 | Living and Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3 |
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate skill and knowledge in child observation, documentation, and effective assessment strategies that positively influence the development of children.