Child Development Degree

The child development program at Ohio University – Southern Campus prepares students for careers in child care centers, special needs programs, in home care, family child care, school age care, preschools, and recreational programs. The program focuses on the intellectual, social, emotional, and biological development of children and the planning and design of human services. Program courses include: parent-child relations, parenting practices, special needs of children, parental and environmental influences on child development, external support services, and public policy issues. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer child development degrees.

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Ohio University – Southern Campus

101 University Drive, Chillicothe, OH

Ohio University - Southern Campus provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Ironton, Ohio and publically funded. Enrollment at Ohio University - Southern Campus exceeds 2,200 annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Nursing
• Liberal Arts
• Radio And Television Broadcasting
• Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
• Business Administration

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, admitting all applicants that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at southern.ohiou.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs close to $5,000 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $6,400 annually. Ohio University - Southern Campus may provide financial aid for students who qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.

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Students Enrolled in the Child Development Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ohio University – Southern Campus offers an associate's degree program in child development.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Farm and Home Management Advisors

Description

Advise, instruct, and assist individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural-related processes, or home economics activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to solve problems; and instruct and train in product development, sales, and the use of machinery and equipment to promote general welfare. Includes county agricultural agents, feed and farm management advisors, home economists, and extension service advisors.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).