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74 Master's degrees in Childhood Studies in United States
Child and Family Studies
The 100% online Master of Science in Child and Family Studies by Western Kentucky University focuses on human development with a theory-to-practice approach, allowing students to learn in the field. Graduates are empowered to improve quality of life and create positive change by learning to evaluate and synthesize issues related to children, youth, and families.
Lifespan Developmental Psychology
Researchers in Lifespan Developmental Psychology seek to understand human development across the lifespan at specific stages or ages in life (i.e., childhood, adolescence, aging). The Department offers a Master of Science in Lifespan Developmental Psychology at North Carolina State University.
Family and Child Studies
The Master’s Degree in Family and Child Studies at The University of New Mexico may be pursued in one of the three following concentrations: Family Life Education, Human Development and Family Relations and Early Childhood Studies.
Family and Child Studies- Family Science (Online)
Master of Science in Family and Child Studies- Family Science (Online) from University of Central Oklahoma prepares students for the certification examination in Family Life Education from the National Council on Family Relations.
Podiatric Medicine and Public Health
Apply the strategies of public health to complex foot and ankle issues in this Podiatric Medicine and Public Health dual degree program at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Integrated Childhood Well-Being
This Integrated Childhood Well-Being M.A. degree from University of Oklahoma will bring together a variety of disciplines, including social work, urban design, public administration, education and allied health, to provide an education in holistic child well-being.
Early Childhood Studies - Administration, Management and Leadership
Develop the expertise to help children thrive with the M.S. in Early Childhood Studies - Administration, Management and Leadership offered by Walden University. Deepen your understanding of child developmental stages, explore the latest trends and theory in early childhood, and gain the practical skills needed to create environments where children learn and grow.
Child and Adolescent Development
University of La Verne’s Master of Science in Child and Adolescent Development program prepares elementary and secondary education teachers and other professionals to increase their understanding of the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of young children or adolescents.

Pastoral Counseling - Parent and Child or Adolescent (Online)
Liberty University’s Pastoral Counseling - Parent and Child or Adolescent (Online) degree is designed to train chaplains, ministry professionals, and church leaders to become biblical counselors in Christian ministries and agency-based, non-licensure settings.
Youth Studies
Over the past 20 years, the number of youth development programs throughout the country has grown exponentially. This Youth Studies program at The City University of New York is a result of initiatives led by advocates, policymakers, social service providers, and social science researches to focus greater attention on the needs of individuals ages 12 to 24.
Family and Child Studies - Marriage and Family Therapy
Family and Child Studies - Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Central Oklahoma prepares students to apply for the Oklahoma licensed marriage and family therapist certification examination. This program includes both internship and practicum requirements for students.
Developmental Trauma
In Texas Christian University's Developmental Trauma graduate program, you will learn about the scientific and applied aspects of complex developmental trauma. You will also learn how to apply knowledge of professional behaviors, standards and ethics in developmental fields.

Human Services Counseling - Child or Parenting (Online)
Liberty University’s Human Services Counseling - Child or Parenting (Online) degree is designed to train you in essential counseling principles and strategies. The biblical integration in this child and family studies degree can help provide a solid foundation for you to effectively work with adults and adolescents.
Child and Family Development
Graduates will become leaders and innovators in the Child and Family Development field at The University of Akron through an advanced interdisciplinary and experiential education that prepares professionals who will contribute to the well-being of individuals, families, and global communities through careers working with child and families.