January 2026 University Catalog

PSY-FPX6025 Child Psychology

Students gain and apply knowledge of the developmental stages of children from the prenatal period to adolescence. Students examine how children develop physically, emotionally, socially, and cognitively, and evaluate and articulate the influences of family, society, and culture on child and adolescent development. Students also assess children's evolving needs and apply theory and research to recommend appropriate responses to those needs.

Program Points

2.5

Prerequisite

Accelerated Master's Pathway, BS in Psychology/MS in Psychology option, FlexPath option students require special permission for registration and must have completed PSYC-FPX3700 and PSYC-FPX4101.