Gaining a working knowledge of typical and atypical development from birth through adolescence will enable you to shape the future of the children and families who need it the most. A child development degree will help you understand the influence of familial, cultural and socioeconomic factors on the developmental progression of children and adolescents. Nova Southeastern University’s Bachelor of Science in Child Development program emphasizes evidence-based practices to support child health and safety. Our goal is to promote positive developmental, educational and psychological outcomes.<br>With a degree in child development, you will be ready to work directly with children and adolescents in a variety of different fields. From developmental disabilities to child protection, child advocacy to education, there are a variety of career opportunities at your fingertips. You may also choose to continue your education with graduate studies in your particular area of interest. Experiential learning is an integral part of the Child Development program. It helps develop insight and understanding by providing you with observational or clinical experiences to learn from professionals within the field. Some students will complete field observations in childcare or educational settings, and students in the Child Life concentration will have the opportunity to complete an internship as one of the final steps towards becoming a child life specialist.