儿童发展和家庭研究（CDFS）致力于改善儿童和家庭的生活。作为一个综合性和跨学科的专业，CDFS融合了来自各个学科的信息，为与儿童和家庭合作提供了全面的学术和专业背景。我们使用一级预防来增强家庭和社区环境中的个人和家庭的能力。
The B.A. in Child Development and Family Studies allows students to complete their Bachelor’s degree specialized in either Child Development and Family Studies or Family Life Education. As an integrative and interdisciplinary specialization, it provides a comprehensive academic and professional preparation to serve in different roles that influence and enhance the quality of life of children and families. Students may complete the requirements of the Child Development (CD) Permit by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and the Family Life Education certification requirements stipulated by the National Council on Family Relations.