MA Applied Child and Adolescent Development at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

Students will gain knowledge of developmental processes and competence in the application of theory and research to practice and policy/research. The Masters in Applied Child and Adolescent Development focuses on Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH). IECMH is committed to the development of culturally competent, trauma-informed practitioners and policy makers through inter-disciplinary studies and supervised professional practice.

Faculty: College of Education and Human Development | Duration: 2.5 years / Plan C 33 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Core Courses, Child Life, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, Field Experience.

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Entry requirements

Applicants must have completed at least one psychology course (lifespan, child, or developmental psychology preferred) or human development course, grade B or higher. Application instructions available on the Institute of Child Development website. Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.0. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 79.

Duration: 2.5 years / Plan C 33 credits

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