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Child Development, M.S.

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Gain an Advanced Understanding of Child Development

Further explore the physical, mental, social and emotional development of children with a master’s degree in child development. Prepare to work in the fast-growing field of early childhood development and education while gaining evidence-based, hands-on training. You will be immersed in developmental theory and research and will be able to customize your program to best fit your career goals. Current research expertise includes early childhood development and education, education research methods, curriculum development, early intervention and educational psychology.

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  • Thesis track: Collaborate with faculty on research
  • Non-thesis track: Complete an IdahoSTARS internship focused on leadership, administration and policy
  • Attend state or national conferences
  • Further develop your skills in the Child Development Laboratory
  • Available financial support: research assistantships, teaching assistantships and scholarships

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University of Idaho

Physical Address:
Mary Hall Niccolls Building, Rm 103
751 Campus Drive

Mailing Address:
875 Perimeter Dr. MS 3183
Moscow, ID 83844-3183

Phone: 208-885-6546

Fax: 208-885-5751

Email: famcon@uidaho.edu

Web: uidaho.edu/cals/fcs

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Mailing Address:
322 E. Front Street, Suite 180
Boise, ID 83702

Phone: 208-334-2999

Fax: 208-364-4035

Email: boise@uidaho.edu

Web: uidaho.edu/boise

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Mailing Address:
1031 N. Academic Way, Suite 242
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814-2277

Phone: 208-667-2588

Fax: 208-664-1272

Email: cdactr@uidaho.edu

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