Child life specialists are devoted to meeting the psychosocial needs of children with illness and disabilities and their families. The Master's program typically takes 2 years to complete. Graduates of the Master's program receive a Master of Arts in Human Development and Family Science, and are well qualified to take the child life certification (CCLS) exam.Child Life applicants should include a paragraph in their application that explains how they have met (or are currently meeting) these prerequisites: a) Child Life practicum in a clinical setting, b) one or more courses on research methods, and c) one or more courses on child/adolescent development.