This course surveys typical and atypical child and adolescent development. Topics include, but are not limited to: physical, social, cognitive, and language changes over time, as well as how to address special needs and at risk youth. Readings and coursework provide basic grounding in the major theories/theorists of human development, major topics in cognitive, social …

Prerequisite: Child and Adolescent Development major. This course introduces fundamental skills of statistical reasoning used in research in the developmental sciences including techniques of data collection, organization, presentation analysis and interpretation using statistical analysis tools. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-square and t-tests; …

Topics to be specified in the Schedule of Classes. Different topics may be taken for credit.

Engages students in the process of transitioning from college student to professional employee through career planning and development. Students participate in thoughtful self-assessment of their own interests, values, and skills as well as career exploration and planning of preliminary and long-range employment options and strategies within the field of child and adolescent development. Contemporary professional …

Prerequisite: Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Preparatory: CADV 150. Survey of the cognitive, physical, social/emotional effects of abuse and neglect spanning conception through emerging adulthood. Historical perspectives related to abuse and neglect of children, adolescents, and young adults including current trends/topics are explored. Ethical and practical issues regarding maltreatment relevant to current and prospective …

Prerequisites: CADV 150 or PSY 150; Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Corequisite for Psychology major only: PSY 301. Relevant aspects of physical, social, cognitive and emotional change are highlighted as part of human development from conception to early childhood (conception to 8 years). Emphasis on the study of the underlying processes and influences …

Prerequisites: CADV 150 or PSY 150; completion of the lower division writing requirement. Corequisite for Psychology majors only: PSY 301. This course examines developmental changes in the middle childhood years (7-12 years). Emphasis is on current research and major theories associated with middle childhood development. Cultural contexts of development, key changes, continuity and individual differences …

Prerequisite: Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Preparatory: CADV 150. Students survey major topics of cognitive development from infancy to adolescence, review research literature about environmental factors that influence children’s cognitive development and assess the implications for observing and working with children and their families. Students have an opportunity to learn how children’s developing …

Prerequisite: Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Preparatory: CADV 150. This course surveys human social development from infancy through adolescence. Several theoretical frameworks that inform the study of social development are presented, as well as empirical evidence extending knowledge of the processes and content of social development. Emphasis is placed on connecting theories and …

Prerequisites: CADV 150 or PSY 150; Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Corequisite for Psychology majors only: PSY 301. Analysis of the physical, cognitive, social and emotional changes from puberty to adulthood. Examines contemporary youth culture from a historical and cross-cultural perspective. Discusses evaluation of age norms and deviant development. Project involving some aspect …

Prerequisite: CADV 150 or PSY 150. This course surveys the developmental changes during the period of emerging adulthood (18-25 years old). Cultural contexts, key changes, continuity and individual differences across both typical and atypical development are examined. The course explores changes in physiology, changes in thinking, changes in social interactions, the context within which these changes …

Prerequisites: Completion of the lower division writing requirement and completion of the lower division math requirement. Preparatory: CADV 150 or MATH 140. Introductory course in techniques, use, presentation, and understanding of research principles in child and adolescent development and related fields. This course is designed to teach you to think scientifically, addressing the logic of correlational, experimental, and …

Prerequisites: CADV 380/L or PSY 320/L. Corequisite: CADV 381L. This course is designed to build on students’ knowledge of the scientific process of studying children and adolescents. Major topics include a consideration of the philosophical and conceptual underpinnings of research, the structures and conduct of research inquiry and the generation of research questions and hypotheses. General …

Prerequisites: CADV 150; PSY 150. Pre- or Corequisite: CADV 350 or CADV 352. Students must complete an application (available in Department Office) in the Spring semester prior to enrolling the following Fall. First of a two-semester internship sequence enabling students to apply theory to practice in a community setting. Internship includes 90 hours of service …

Corequisite: CADV 406L. An Integrative seminar and lab experience focusing on the theoretical approaches for enhancing childhood creativity. The uses of play and fantasy are explored as means for developing programs that are child-oriented. Regular written assignments are required. (Cross-listed with RTM 406/L.)

Prerequisites: CADV 150; Completion of the lower division writing requirement. The developmental impact of illness, disability and hospitalization on children and youth are studied. Methods used by child development specialists to help children cope with the emotional stress of ill health and disability will be presented.

Investigation of literature on discipline in child development settings. Practical and theoretical approaches are related and integrated.

Designed to increase student knowledge of local, state and national advocacy organizations and their influence on public policy. Focus is on the individual child development professional’s role as a child advocate.

Prerequisites: CADV 150 or PSY 150; Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Preparatory: CADV 380/L. Students investigate empirical research and evidence-based practice related to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Prerequisites: CADV 150 or PSY 150; Preparatory: CADV 350 or CADV 352. This course will prepare students for success in graduate school and in their careers by increasing their understanding of theories of leadership/mentorship from CADV fields and providing opportunities to practice professional skills and apply leadership strategies to real-world scenarios and with increasingly diverse …

Preparatory: CADV 350 or CADV 352. This course will examine major theories and topics related to grief and loss affecting humans from infancy through adolescence. It will review key developmental theories and concepts regarding death and the process of bereavement. The course includes both normal and traumatic grief and loss common to children and adolescents, …

Prerequisite: Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Preparatory: CADV 150. Explores the development of ethnic minority children and adolescents in multicultural settings. Particular focus is placed on students’ exploration of their own understandings and awareness of culture, ethnicity and gender, based on the premise that effective professionals must clearly understand their own personal biases …

Prerequisites: CADV 350 or CADV 352; CADV 380/L. This capstone course is a culminating experience for majors. It facilitates professional development through high level discussions and thinking on concepts and theories of development for transition into graduate-level programs in human development or related fields and/or into a career. Designed to synthesize the broad concepts of child …

Prerequisite: CADV 394. The second semester internship builds on the in-depth understanding of the program and experiences gained from the first semester internship. Individual goals enhance the professional development of students. Includes 90 hours of service in a community setting/organization in addition to regular class meetings. (Credit/No Credit only)

Prerequisite: Students must complete department application. Recommended Preparatory: CADV 150; CADV 380/L or PSY 320/L or FCS 431; Completion of the lower division writing requirement. This course will address issues associated with becoming a professional in the field of child and adolescent development through developing applied research skills that will facilitate entry into graduate and …

Prerequisite: CADV 495A or consent of instructor. This course builds on the foundation of applied research methods in CADV 495A by providing opportunities for students to integrate the theories and constructs of applied research in the field of child and adolescent development toward further development of graduate school skills and training. Through participation in weekly …

Topics to be specified in the Schedule of Classes. Different topics may be taken for credit.

Recommended Preparatory: CADV 350, CADV 352, CADV 380/L. Innovative courses of study. Topics to be specified in the Schedule of Classes. Different topics may be taken for credit.

Prerequisite: Arranged with the permission of the instructor. Enrollment in an Independent Study is by permission of the department chair and with the consent of the instructor who agrees to be a sponsor. Enrollment is granted based on evidence of the student’s ability to work independently on a project. Students who are on academic notice …

(2018) Associate Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 2011, California State University, Northridge; M.S. 2014, Ph.D. 2017, University of Michigan.

(2023) Assistant Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 2016, Bucknell University; M.A. 2017, Institute of Education: University College London; M.A. 2019, Ph.D. 2022, University of California, Los Angeles.

The Department of Child and Adolescent Development is dedicated to promoting and advocating for the well-being of children, adolescents, and families through the pursuits of teaching, research, service, reflective practice, and community engagement. The department actively promotes racial and social justice and avoids “colorblind” approaches within its teaching, mentoring, and programming. The department recognizes that …

The Department of Child and Adolescent Development offers an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary undergraduate degree program focusing on the study of human development from conception through emerging adulthood. The degree program leads to a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Adolescent Development. Students elect to complete the option in Applied Developmental Science or the option in …

The Department of Child and Adolescent Development offers an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary undergraduate degree program focusing on the study of human development from conception through emerging adulthood. The degree program leads to a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Adolescent Development. Students elect to complete the option in Applied Developmental Science or the option in …

The purpose of the Department Honors Program is to recognize and support the development of exceptional Child and Adolescent Development undergraduate students. The Department Honors program allows students the opportunity to engage in advanced-level coursework to better prepare for graduate coursework and/or careers in the field of Child and Adolescent Development. Interested students should consult …

The minor allows students to gain an introduction to the study of Child and Adolescent Development. Given the interdisciplinary nature of the field, the minor complements a variety of majors.

The Transfer Degree Road Map on this page presumes the completion of lower division General Education, Title 5 (United States History and Government), and lower division core requirements for this major. See General Education Rules for more information. Lower division major requirements can be found by looking at the 4-Year Degree Road Map for this …

All lower division GE completed. Lower division major requirements of Child Growth and Development, Introductory Psychology, and Statistics (CADV 150, PSY 150, MATH 140) completed as part of the AA-T in Child and Adolescent Development. Transfer Year 1: 1st Semester Course Units CADV 350 3 CADV 380/L (meets GE B5 Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning) …

All lower division GE completed. Lower division major requirements of Child Growth and Development, Introductory Psychology, and Statistics (CADV 150, PSY 150, MATH 140) completed as part of the AA-T in Child and Adolescent Development. Transfer Year 1: 1st Semester Course Units CADV 350 3 CADV 380/L (CADV 380 satisfies GE B5*) 3/1 Cultural Context …

This ADT/STAR Act Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2023 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Applied Developmental Science Option All lower division GE completed. Lower division major requirements of Child Growth and Development, Introductory Psychology, and Statistics (CADV 150, PSY 150, MATH 140) completed as part of the AA-T in Child and Adolescent …

This 4-Year Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2019 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Applied Developmental Science Option 2020 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Applied Developmental Science Option YEAR 1: 1st Semester Course Units CADV 150 (meets GE D1 Social Sciences and IC) 3 MATH 140 (meets GE Basic Skills: B4 Mathematics and Quantitative …

This Transfer Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2021 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Applied Developmental Science Option 2022 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Applied Developmental Science Option The Transfer Degree Road Map on this page presumes the completion of lower division General Education, Title 5 (United States History and Government), and lower division …

This 4-Year Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2021 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Applied Developmental Science Option 2022 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Applied Developmental Science Option 2023 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Applied Developmental Science Option YEAR 1: 1st Semester Course Units CADV 150 (meets GE D1 Social Sciences and IC) 3 CADV …

This Transfer Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2023 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Applied Developmental Science Option The Transfer Degree Road Map on this page presumes the completion of lower division General Education, Title 5 (United States History and Government), and lower division core requirements for this major. See General Education Rules …

The Transfer Degree Road Map on this page presumes the completion of lower division General Education, Title 5 (United States History and Government), and lower division core requirements for this major. See General Education Rules for more information. Lower division major requirements can be found by looking at the 4-Year Degree Road Map for this …

This 4-Year Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2019 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Early Childhood Development Option 2020 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Early Childhood Development Option YEAR 1: 1st Semester Course Units CADV 150 (meets GE D1 Social Sciences and IC) 3 MATH 140 (meets GE Basic Skills: B4 Mathematics and Quantitative …

This Transfer Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2021 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Early Childhood Development Option 2022 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Early Childhood Development Option The Transfer Degree Road Map on this page presumes the completion of lower division General Education, Title 5 (United States History and Government), and lower division …

This 4-Year Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2021 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Early Childhood Development Option 2022 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Early Childhood Development Option 2023 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Early Childhood Development Option YEAR 1: 1st Semester Course Units CADV 150 (meets GE D1 Social Sciences and IC) 3 CADV …

This Transfer Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2023 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Early Childhood Development Option The Transfer Degree Road Map on this page presumes the completion of lower division General Education, Title 5 (United States History and Government), and lower division core requirements for this major. See General Education Rules …

All lower division GE completed. Lower division major requirements of Child Growth and Development and Child, Family and Community (CADV 150, FCS 234) completed as part of the AS-T in Early Childhood Education. Transfer Year 1: First Semester Course Units HSCI 131 (if not completed prior to transfer) 3 MATH 140 (if not completed prior to …

All lower division GE completed. Lower division major requirements of Child Growth and Development and Child, Family and Community (CADV 150, FCS 234) completed as part of the AS-T in Early Childhood Education. Transfer Year 1: First Semester Course Units HSCI 131 (if not completed prior to transfer) 3 MATH 140 (if not completed prior to …

This ADT/STAR Act Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2023 Child and Adolescent Development, B.A./Early Childhood Development Option All lower division GE completed. Lower division major requirements of Child Growth and Development and Child, Family and Community (CADV 150, FCS 234) completed as part of the AS-T in Early Childhood Education. Transfer Year …

(2001) Professor of Child and Adolescent Development and Chicana and Chicano Studies. B.A. 1996, Ph.D. 2003, Stanford University.

(2015) Associate Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 2005, University of California, Davis; Ph.D. 2014, University of California, Merced.

(2015) Associate Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 2006, University of California, Berkeley; M.A. 2011, Ph.D. 2015, University of California, Los Angeles.

(2011) Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 2005, Loyola Marymount University; Ph.D. 2011, University of California, Los Angeles.

(2018) Associate Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 2005, University of California, Los Angeles; Ph.D. 2011, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

(2012) Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 1999, Brock University; M.A. 2004, Concordia University; Ph.D. 2010, McGill University.

(2011) Associate Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 2000, California State University, Chico; M.A. 2005, Ph.D. 2008, University of California, Santa Barbara.

(2002) Professor Emeritus of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 1969, Rutgers University; M.A. 1971, Yeshiva University; M.S. 1988, Ph.D. 1990, Cornell University.

(1977) Professor Emeritus of Child and Adolescent Development. B.Ed. 1961, National College of Education; M.A. 1970, California State University, Northridge; Ph.D. 1983, Claremont Graduate School; Marriage, Family and Counseling Therapy.

(2023) Assistant Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 2016, M.A. 2018, Ph.D. 2022, University of California, Los Angeles.

(2011) Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 2005, University of California, Santa Barbara; M.A. 2007, Ph.D. 2011, University of California, Los Angeles.

(2003) Director, Faculty Development; Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 1998, M.A. 2001, Ph.D. 2003, University of California, Santa Barbara.

(2004) Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 1993, Pomona College; Ph.D. 2001, University of California, Los Angeles.

(1999) Interim Associate Dean, College of Health and Human Development; Professor of Child and Adolescent Development. B.A. 1993, University of California, Berkeley; M.A. 1997, Ph.D. 1999, University of California, Santa Barbara.