Childhood Education and Family Studies

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Work with kids and families

Teach, empower and support others. Make a lasting impact as you prepare them for the life ahead.

Build your skill-set while in school. Grow as an educator and advocate through student teaching, research and service work.

You’ll be ready to inspire the next generation.

Undergraduate programs

Select a major that matches your career goals. Discover where you can go as an expert educator. 

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Major
Child and family development

Work with kids and families in different settings.

Alumnae Jessica Ridder and Laura Snelson teaching students at Sherwood Elementary
Major
Early childhood education

Teach newborns up to 3rd grade.

Student teacher Bryce Wilson teaching elementary class
Major
Elementary education

Become an elementary school teacher.

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Major
Family and consumer sciences

Teach life skills and day-to-day needs.

Certificates
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Add extra specialization to your major.

Already have a major?

Minor
Child and family development minor

Consider a child and family development minor.

Minor
General family and consumer sciences minor

Consider a general family and consumer sciences minor.

Graduate programs

Advance your career with a master's degree or certificate.

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Master's
Child life studies

Comfort kids who have illness or injury.

Adult reading to young kids
Master's
Early childhood and family development

Help others grow, prosper and thrive.

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Master's
Early childhood special education

Teach students with special needs during their formative years.

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Master's
Elementary education

Stand out as an elementary school teacher.

Family and consumer sciences teacher working with students in classroom.
Master's
Family and consumer sciences emphasis

Have expertise in teaching FCS.

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Certificates
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Gain specialized training and skills.

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Immersive academics

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Courses
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Transfer credit
Bring college credit with you to MSU

Helping you succeed

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Scholarships and financial aid

Find support for your education

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Student opportunities and services

Get involved on and off campus

Dr. Amanda Benedict Chambers, professor in the department of childhood education and family studies
Faculty and staff

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Facilities and Resources

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