The Child, Family & Community

This course is a study of the dynamics of human development and socialization in a culturally pluralistic society. Emphasis is placed on the influences of contemporary family living and cultural patterns on the child, school-family relationships, and community resources and services that support and strengthen families. This course is a core requirement for California Child Development teacher/director center permits as well as for the State of California Department of Community Care Title 22 licensing childcare centers requirements. This course is designed for all students interested in child development and multi-cultural and behavioral studies.