Child and Family Studies and Early Childhood Education

• Designed for studying human growth and development in the context of families and communities
• Emphasis in Early Childhood Education prepares individuals for teacher licensure in pre-kindergarten through third grade
• Also prepares for careers in childcare centers, community agencies, and church related programs
• Individuals may apply to become a Certified Family Life Educator through the National Council on Family Relations ncfr.org

Majors have many opportunities to work with children during their studies in the on-campus Child Development Lab as well as off-campus sites in child care centers and public schools.

For more information or to visit the department, contact:
Catherine Bush
Associate Professor, Family and Consumer Sciences
865-471-3540
cbush@cn.edu