Child Development Major

Description: A program that focuses on the intellectual, social, emotional, and biological development of children and the planning and design of related human services. Includes instruction in parent-child relations, parenting practices, special needs of children, parental and environmental influences on child development, external support services, and related public policy issues. Is Child Development the right major for you?
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Child Development Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$47,640

Median Hourly Wage

$22.90*

Total Employed Nationally

10,670


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.