Child, Family & Education Studies

Future Teachers, Advocates, Counselors and More!

Child, Family and Education Studies emphasizes cross-cultural lifespan development and the educational needs of socially and economically diverse individuals and families. The department explores the relevance of culture as it pertains to health, psychology, sociology, parent education, nutrition, early childhood care, Transitional Kindergarten to 12th grade education (TK-12), trauma, family development, community resources, curriculum, child rearing, and language acquisition. The Child, Family and Education Studies Department uses a multidisciplinary approach to enrich students’ understanding of issues that impact family, schools, community, and society.

Program Awards

Our Child, Family and Education Studies programs are included in the Education, Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences field of study and offer these awards:

Award	Location	Estimated Completion	Program Map
Child and Adolescent Development (SB1440), Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)	Chula Vista	# Semesters
Elementary Teacher Education (SB1440), Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)	Chula Vista	# Semesters
Child Development, Associate in Arts Degree: Transfer Preparation	Chula Vista	# Semesters
Liberal Studies: Elementary Education, Associate in Arts Degree: Transfer Preparation	Chula Vista	# Semesters
Child Development Teacher, Associate in Arts Degree: Career/Technical	Chula Vista	# Semesters
Spanish-to-English Associate Teacher Certificate, Certificate of Proficiency	Chula Vista	# Semesters
Family and Child Services, Certificate of Proficiency	Chula Vista	# Semesters

Common Careers

Below is a sample of the career options available for the Child, Family and Education Studies major. Most require a certificate or associate degree, some require a bachelor’s degree, or a graduate degree or California teaching Permit or credential: infant-toddler teacher, preschool teacher, program director or owner, parent education instructor, Pk-3rd grade teacher, elementary school after-school program specialist, teaching assistant, substitute teacher, K–12 public school teacher, K–12 special education teacher,  teacher, child and family counselor, speech-language pathologist, education administrator, counselor, adult literacy specialist, librarian,  pediatric psychologist, college instructor, social worker, adoption counselor, juvenile justice professional, social service agent, pediatric nurse or physician,  child life specialist, play therapist, child advocate, and school counselor.

The average annual salary in this field is  $44,280 for occupations like Preschool Teacher.

Typical Duties

• Assisting and Caring for Others
  Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Getting Information
  Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Training and Teaching Others
  Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
• Thinking Creatively
  Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
• Developing and Building Teams
  Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
  Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
  Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Performing General Physical Activities
  Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Developing Objectives and Strategies
  Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Scheduling Work and Activities
  Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
• Coaching and Developing Others
  Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Documenting/Recording Information
  Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.