About the Child & Adolescent Development Program
The Child and Adolescent Development program prepares you for careers working with children, youth, and their families in social work, community-based settings, in preparation for elementary or secondary education services, counseling, developmental psychology, and nonprofit agencies.
The AA-T in Child and Adolescent Development provides a comprehensive understanding of a broad range of human development domains, including social, cognitive, physical, and culture from birth through adolescence. The degree provides broad undergraduate preparation for students interested in child and adolescent care, as well as a variety of youth-related social service careers.
Degrees and Certificates
Associate in Arts for Transfer - Child and Adolescent Development
19 Units + General Education Requirements
The Child and Adolescent Development degree provides a comprehensive understanding of a broad range of human development domains, including social, cognitive, physical, and culture from birth through adolescence. The degree provides broad undergraduate preparation for students interested in child and adolescent care, as well as a variety of youth-related social service careers.
SMC Resources
Potential Career Options
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| Job Title | Typical Education | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | Bachelor Degree | $57,255 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | Master's or Professional Degree | $45,009 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | Bachelor Degree | $63,223 |
| Occupational Therapists | Master's or Professional Degree | $92,096 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | Associate Degree | $71,302 |
| Occupational Therapy Aides | Associate Degree | $36,587 |
| Recreation Workers | Bachelor Degree | $27,840 |
| Childcare Worker | High School Diploma or More | $20,218 |
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | Bachelor Degree | $57,255 |