Developmental Science: Child Emphasis Additional Details

Developmental Science: Child Emphasis

Issued by Farmingdale State College

Earners of this micro-credential will demonstrate an understanding of the educational, emotional, intellectual and social development of children. This micro-credential will be of interest to those planning a career in working with typically or atypically developing children. (Teacher, School Counselor, Developmental Disabilities Specialist, Social Worker, Child Psychologist, Pediatric Nurse/Pediatrician, Child Life Specialist, Speech Pathologist, Researcher, or Applied Behavioral Analyst.)

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Earning Criteria

  • Students applying for the micro-credential must meet the following admission criteria:  Overall GPA of 2.5;  One prerequisite course (Any 200-level, 3 credit, Developmental Psychology course from the following: PSY 232: Child Development, PSY 233: Adolescent Development, PSY 252: Adult Development or PSY 253: Lifespan Development); C+ or better in each micro-credential course (taken prior to admission)
  • Basic Coursework: One Additional Basic Theory Course from courses listed: PSY 232: Child Development, PSY 233: Adolescent Development or PSY 251: Developmental Disabilities
  • Advanced Coursework: 2 courses at the 300/400- level from the following:  PSY 321: Child Cognitive Development, PSY 316: Atypical Development, or  PSY 430: Introduction to School Counseling.
  • One (minimum) approved Applied Learning Course which is approved by the Department of Psychology Chairperson to ensure that it meets the learning objectives. (Applied Learning courses are Internships, Practicums, Undergraduate Research, or Service Learning; Includes PSY:442/443: Internship/Senior Project.  Other courses may be approved after review by Department Chairperson.)