Psychology: Developmental Psychology Minor - 18 units

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This minor will give students concentrated exposure to methods and theories in Developmental Psychology. Cognitive, emotional, and social perspectives will be covered as well as methods for psychological assessment. This minor is appropriate for students interested in understanding how human developmental perspectives can enhance their major field of study. To successfully complete the minor, all of its requirements must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Child and Adolescent Emphasis - 18 units

The minor in developmental psychology gives students concentrated exposure to the methods and theories related to how children and adolescents develop. Cognitive, emotional, and social perspectives will be covered as well as methods for psychological assessment. The minor in developmental psychology is appropriate for students interested in understanding how human developmental perspectives can influence their major field of study.

Lower-Division Requirements - 6 units

PSY 100 - Introduction to Psychology Units: 3
PSY 213 - Developmental Psychology Units: 3

Upper-Division Requirements - 12 units

PSY 445 - Adolescent Development Units: 3
PSY 461 - Advanced Topics in Child and Adolescent Development Units: 3
Complete six units from the following:
PSY 315 - Child Psychopathology Units: 3
PSY 317 - Theories of Personality Units: 3
PSY 327 - Parenting Units: 3
PSY 337 - Psychological Ethics and Moral Philosophy Units: 3