About MA in Child & Adolescent Development
About This Program
The degree offers an opportunity for the advanced study of developmental theory and research in preparation for a wide range of professional objectives involving children, adolescents, and families. Our program emphasizes scholarly reflection on developmental issues and academic excellence in oral and written communication. The program faculty values academic scholarship and research, and regards their application in professional settings as central to the mission of the MA program.
Program Resources
Sac State MA CHAD Program Flyer
Virtual Information Sessions
The following sessions are to help answer questions about the Program and receive guidance on completing the application.
- Thursday, January 26, 12:15-1:00pm PT
- Friday, January 27, 12:15-1:00pm PT
- Monday, January 30, 5:30-6:15pm PT
- Wednesday, February 1, 5:30-6:15pm PT
- Meeting ID: 881 5802 5769
- https://csus.zoom.us/j/88158025769
Career Options in CHAD
The program prepares graduates for a variety of life goals, including working directly with infants, children, adolescents, and their families.
Child and Adolescent Development MA students pursue careers in program administration, parent education, research, community college instruction, and work in counseling, social service, non-profit and community agencies.
The MA also prepares students for additional study toward a doctoral degree in child development, developmental psychology, or related field.
Campus Services
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College of Education, MA Child & Adolescent Development
Eureka Hall,
Room 401
Mon. – Fri. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Contact Us
Phone: (916) 278-6639
coe-grad@csus.edu