CHILD & FAMILY STUDIES
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address
(14662) D206, Dasolgwan, 43, Jibong-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea -
hours of operation
9:00 am-5:00 pm (lunch 12:00-1:00 pm) -
tel
+82 2 2164 4485 -
e-mail
childsty@catholic.ac.kr
About the Department
Child and family studies is the scientific study of human development across the lifespan, with a focus on childhood and the influences of the family environment, educational institutions, society, and culture. It is a discipline that adapts to fields such as childcare, early childhood education, industry, counseling and therapy, and public policy. In recent years, the role and importance of child and family studies majors have been emphasized by changes in our society, where parents and the state share the responsibility of raising children. In response to these changing times, the Child and Family Studies prepares child professionals to work in various fields such as infant and early childhood care and education, child counseling and developmental support, the education industry, and public institutions.
Curriculum
| Year 1 | Introduction to Child and Family Studies |
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| Year 2 | Early Childhood Education Theory, Infant and Toddler Development, Language Arts, Children's Music, Early Childhood Curriculum, Children's Art, Family Relations, Child Rights and Welfare, Child Care Teacher Theory, Explore Careers in Child and Family Studies |
| Year 3 | Play Guidance, Child Health Education, Child Mathematics, Child Life, Child Counseling, Play Therapy, Child Observation and Behavior Research, Infant and Toddler Social Emotional Guidance, Infant and Toddler Teaching Methods, Early Childhood Care, Childhood Education Capstone Design, Understanding Children with Disabilities |
| Year 4 | Child Care Practicum, Understanding Special Needs Children, Child Science Instruction, Mental Health, Parent Education, Adolescent Development, Child Care Operations Management, Play Therapy Observation and Practice, Infant and Early Childhood Program Development and Evaluation, Family Welfare, Family Counseling, Child Studies, Employment Enhancement |
Major Course Guide
Early Childhood Education Theory
Learn about the philosophy, history, and curriculum of early childhood education, including teaching and learning methods.
Infant and Toddler Development
Learn about physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional development in infancy and early childhood.
Child Counseling
Learn and practice the theory of child counseling and various counseling techniques.
Child Employment Empowerment
Enhance and prepare students for careers in a variety of childhood fields.
Academic Activities
Department of Child and Family Studies Student Council
We actively communicate with our students through Facebook and Instagram, and organize departmental events such as festivals, academic festivals, textbook exhibitions, new student orientation, job fairs, and alumni meetings.
Careers after Graduation
| Education and research | Teacher at private and public daycare centers, teacher at private and attached kindergartens, researcher at the Workplace Daycare Foundation, researcher at the Childcare Policy Research Institute, researcher at the Women's Family Foundation, corporate infant and toddler teaching materials development, child education content development |
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| Enterprise | Development of teaching materials for infants and children, development of children's educational content |
| Institutions and Organizations | Parenting Support Center, Healthy Family Support Center, Korea Childcare Promotion Agency |
| Professions | Play therapist, child counselor |
Subject-Related Certifications
Child Care Teacher Level 2, Play Psychologist Rehabilitation, Preschool Lead Teacher Level 2 (teaching completion only), Healthy Families Support Worker
Departmental Talent
- People who love children and find joy and reward in being around and helping them
- Have an interest in the field of child education and child psychology
- Creative and interdisciplinary thinkers
High School Courses Related to Major
| General Electives | Career Electives |
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| Speech and Writing, Reading, Language and Media, Literature, English I, Technology and Home, Pedagogy, etc. | Advanced language, classic reading, English-speaking cultures, etc. |