B.A. in Child Development FAQs

CSP Global’s programs are all accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our Child Development Program is also approved by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the curriculum is peer-reviewed by NAEYC every five years.

Your first step is to complete the online application, and then prepare your high school or college transcripts, if applicable. See the How to Apply page for more information.

Yes, you can transfer up to 90 credit hours from a regionally accredited institution toward this degree program. Our Transfer Specialists will guide you through the process.

Admission requires a completed online application and official transcripts from all previously attended regionally accredited institutions with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Transfer students with fewer than 12 college-level credits must also submit official high school transcripts. If you attended a Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MNSCU) institution, you’ll need to provide an official DARS or MnTC goal area worksheet. For further details, visit the program’s admissions requirements page.  

You don’t. The Yellow Ribbon is part of the Post 9/11 GI Bill® and is automatically applied if your tuition costs exceed the maximum state cap for tuition reimbursement and if you are qualified for the Post 9/11 GI Bill® at the 100% rate.

No. This is not a licensure program and cannot be used to teach in K-12 public school tracks. For public PreK-3 teaching positions requiring state licensure, you would need to pursue an Early Childhood Education program with a licensure track or obtain additional credentials after graduation. We recommend you visit your state educational board website to verify requirements for teaching within your state.  

Career opportunities include preschool teacher, childcare center director, child life specialist, early childhood education consultant, and many more.  The degree prepares you for a variety of roles working with children.  Additional details can be found on the child development careers page or within our article looking at what you can do with a child development degree.  

No, this is not a licensure program, so it cannot be used to teach any K-12 tracks.

No. While the courses provide foundational knowledge, additional certifications or graduate study may be needed for specialized roles such as early intervention specialist or special education teacher. 

The program requires 120 total credit hours, which includes the general education requirements as well as 42 credit hours in child development coursework.  Core courses cover topics such as early childhood education, children’s growth and development, social and emotional development, and more.  The curriculum is CAEP-accredited and meets National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards.  For more information, visit the CSP accreditation and licensing page.  

Yes. The flexible online format is designed specifically for working professionals. Many students work in childcare, preschools, or family services while studying. The program allows you to adjust your course load based on your work schedule and personal commitments. 

No, this degree program does not follow a cohort model.

The program’s 42 core credit hours can be completed in as little as seven semesters. However, your transfer credits and general education credits will vary the time it takes you to complete the degree.

The B.A. in Child Development requires 120 total credits at $420 per credit hour, making total tuition $50,400. Additional costs include textbooks, course supplies, and potential loan fees. Learn more about the online degree program costs and payment options on the tuition and financial aid page.  

Yes, you can. We are required to report the net tuition cost to the VA after applying grants, scholarships, discounts, etc. that apply to tuition. The balance is what VA will pay under chapter 33.

CSP Global offers two ways to apply for financial aid. The first is to go to www.fafsa.gov and complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

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