The Developmental Psychology Concentration explores the psychological growth and changes that occur throughout the lifespan. Students learn about cognitive, social and emotional development, preparing for careers in fields such as child psychology, aging and family services, where understanding human development is essential.
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On-campus
$10,035/yr*
Based on 120 credit hours over 4 years.
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children
Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.
Median Annual Wage
$59,550
Wage Range
$42,280 – $95,530
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Associate’s degree
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of
Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Median Annual Wage
$80,340
Wage Range
$49,050 – $153,600
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Doctoral degree, Post-doctoral training, Master’s degree
Childcare Workers
Bright OutlookAttend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.
Median Annual Wage
$34,980
Wage Range
$24,260 – $46,010
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
High school diploma or equivalent, Associate’s degree, Less than high school diploma
School Psychologists
Diagnose and implement individual or schoolwide interventions or strategies to address educational, behavioral, or developmental issues that adversely impact educational functioning in a school. May a
Diagnose and implement individual or schoolwide interventions or strategies to address educational, behavioral, or developmental issues that adversely impact educational functioning in a school. May address student learning and behavioral problems and counsel students or families. May design and implement performance plans, and evaluate performance. May consult with other school-based personnel.
Median Annual Wage
$95,990
Wage Range
$63,070 – $142,330
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Post-master’s certificate, Master’s degree
Nannies
Bright OutlookCare for children in private households and provide support and expertise to parents in satisfying children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs. Duties may include meal planning and
Care for children in private households and provide support and expertise to parents in satisfying children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs. Duties may include meal planning and preparation, laundry and clothing care, organization of play activities and outings, discipline, intellectual stimulation, language activities, and transportation.
Median Annual Wage
$34,980
Wage Range
$24,260 – $46,010
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
High school diploma or equivalent, Some college, no degree, Post-secondary certificate
Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
Instruct preschool-aged students, following curricula or lesson plans, in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.
Median Annual Wage
$38,140
Wage Range
$28,990 – $61,390
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree, Some college, no degree
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