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Child and Family Development

A Child and Family Development degree provides an in-depth understanding of varied career opportunities in the profession through course studies. A career in Child and Family Development is gratifying. It requires a positive self-concept, who is energetic and reliable, and who genuinely enjoys working with children and their families.

Students will have hands-on supervised experiences with children from birth to 13 years of age and will apply knowledge they have attained in the classroom. Students will engage in field experiences at an approved licensed/accredited childcare facility or public/private school in the community.

The Associate of Applied Science degree can be completed in two years by attending full-time and following the degree plan. The certificate may be completed in one year if attending full-time.

The Child and Family Development program at Angelina College transfers up to 65 credits to Stephen F. Austin State University toward the Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies through an Articulation Agreement. Students transferring to Stephen F. Austin State University typically complete the Bachelor of Science degree in two years. View job opportunities and salary information at https://www.angelina.edu/business-technology-programs/child-and-family-development/

Required Field Experience Participation Criteria

All students must comply with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, Licensing Division state personnel qualifications as stated in the Minimum Standards for Childcare Centers § 746.1103. These requirements include: 

  1. A current negative TB test.

  2. An acceptable criminal history and central registry background check.

  3. A Notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment form.

  4. Completion of 24 hours of pre-service training (offered at the beginning of each semester).

  5. Completion of orientation to the Field Experience Site.

  1. Must comply with all other Child and Family Development requirements identified in the course syllabi and the Field Experience Contract or other documents required by the instructor.

  2. The following guidelines for field experience must be followed:

  1. Field Experience may be conducted at an approved site within the student’s local area, such as childcare facilities or public/private schools that are licensed or accredited, as appropriate.

  2. Field experiences may be conducted at the student’s place of employment (licensed childcare centers or accredited public/private schools).

  3. All field experience supervisors must agree to provide feedback to Angelina College Child and Family instructors.