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Next session begins
JUNE 14
You’ll learn about the development of children from conception through adolescence, preparing you to take on professional roles in human service and education careers. With two track options of either Administrative or Child and Youth Services, you can earn a degree that fits your goals and interests.
Earn credentials faster with our stackable degree path! You can earn your Associate of Arts in childcare and guidance while working towards your Bachelor of Science in child development. There are no additional classes needed with this option, getting you to a degree faster without extra work.
Online and on your schedule doesn't mean on your own. Faculty, advisors, and our skilled Career Services team will guide you to your goals with a variety of online services and support. Plus, graduates of this program have over a 90% successful outcomes rate, meaning they were employed or furthering their education within six months of graduation.
100%
classes online
$307.50
per credit hour
90% employed or in grad school
Southeast uses exceptional teaching strategies to produce students prepared to tackle their professional careers. While learning about child development you’ll also gain the critical thinking, communication and writing skills desired by employers.
From national agencies like Big Brothers/Big Sisters to local nonprofit agencies,
our graduates are making a difference in their communities.
Below are just a few examples of the companies who hire graduates from the College of Education, Health and Human Studies at Southeast Missouri State.
The degree in child development focuses on integrating theory, research, and practice, so you are prepared for a variety of jobs. Southeast's program is an approved Certified Family Life Educator program, so students can become Provisional Certified Family Life Educators, giving you both the foundations and credentials to succeed in service.
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Phone: 1 (573) 651-2766
Fax: 1 (573) 651-2859
Undergraduate inquiries: southeastonline@semo.edu
Graduate inquiries: graduateonline@semo.edu