MS Master of Science in Psychology Child and Adolescent Development specialization
Overview
Advance your expertise and position yourself for leadership in organizations and professions serving children and adolescents. Capella offers the only Master's in Child and Adolescent Development program available from an online, regionally accredited university, and provides the skills to help you develop and achieve your goals whether you're pursuing a new career or looking to advance in your current role. This specialization may also be a good first step for those who wish to pursue a PsyD or PhD, which is generally required for licensure as a counseling psychologist.
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Degree outcomes
With your Master's in Child and Adolescent Development from Capella, you'll research and evaluate sources of knowledge, theory, and best professional practices within child development. You'll also analyze and evaluate the scientific and practical merit of research and literature pertaining to child and adolescent development. Discover specifically what you'll learn — and how you can apply it.
Career outcomes
Common jobs with an online program in child and adolescent development include child development specialist, before/after school program director or early childhood education specialist. Potential workplaces include child and family service agency, early childhood education program, group home or social service agency.