Child Development — Associate in Applied Science is an Associate Degree program (Hybrid) offered by Lawson State Community College in Bessemer, AL. The program takes two-year degree to complete.
Program Overview
Our Associate of Arts (AAS) two-year degree is 76 credits. To increase your earning power, many Child Development students continue their education. Although not a transfer degree (per se) some General Education classes do transfer and can be credited towards a 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education. Some Child Development majors eventually secure their bachelor's degrees in Education and teach.
Students graduating from Lawson's Child Development program are awarded with Associate in Applied Science 2-year degree. This is a non-transferable degree; however, any General Education classes (that are apart of this degree) can transfer.
(Advising Manual Course Sequence Guide (CSG)--AAS—Child Development: Total COMPLETED Credits for AA Degree Award: 65-68. Courses can be taken out of sequence if so, selected by the student and his/her advisor. Class offerings are not guaranteed. Students are encouraged to take Mini-term courses to speed up their graduation / completion date.)
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Career Outcomes
27k: Median salary in 2023 for an individual with a Child Development 2-year degree. For more information on your field, conduct a web search. Salaries can vary. 61K: Median average salary of Kindergarten and Elementary teachers in the U.S. Do a search for Alabama starting salaries in the same field. 6%: Current growth rate. Faster than average.
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School Information
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide