Early Childhood Development Concentration

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students apply their understanding of child development theories and research to effectively promote child growth, health, and learning in ways that are equitable and socially just.
2. Students analyze and reflect on components for building just and reciprocal family and community relationships in their work with young children.
3. Students practice ethical assessment that is developmentally appropriate, culturally sustaining, and linguistically responsive to support the positive growth and development of children; they communicate these findings effectively and professionally.
4. Students analyze and reflect on developmentally appropriate, culturally and linguistically sustaining, and socially just practices that promote and protect the development and health of children and their families.  These practices align with professional standards in fields such as social work, mental health, child life, and early care and education.
5. Students exhibit the following knowledge, skills, and dispositions: understanding and upholding ethical, equitable, and professional standards; engaging in continuous, collaborative learning to inform practice; accessing professional resources; integrating informed and critical perspectives into their work with young children; and engaging in informed advocacy to promote anti-racist and just practices in programs that serve young children and their families.
6. Students observe and practice their developing skills in different kinds of programs that support children and families.