This child development internship is designed to provide students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a setting serving children and/or families. Students will have the chance to explore evidence-based practice, self-reflection, application of child development knowledge to applied settings and deepen their knowledge of development areas of focus of their choice. They will also be able to participate in any professional development sessions that take place during their field experience. A minimum of 160 hours is required for this internship.
Prerequisites
- Senior standing in Child Development;
- Special permission from the Education Director is required to complete the CHI 485 Internship in a public school.
Semester Offered
Offered fall, spring, and summer