Licence en Études de l'Enfance

Learn to work with children and families in a range of social service or educational settings

As a USJ Child Study major, you will learn to better understand children (birth through adolescence) and their families from a variety of perspectives.

Students combine coursework, internships, and other experiential learning, preparing them to:

• Cultivate skills valued across a variety of human services, educational, and advocacy settings;
• Apply observation, theory, research, and best practices to support children’s success;
• Explore cultural diversity and best practices for working with children.

The University of Saint Joseph is the premier private university in Connecticut for future in-demand professionals in health care and social services, education, digital media, and the sciences. Located minutes from major corporate headquarters and renowned medical and research facilities, USJ offers students programs that directly link coursework, theory, and evidence with placements in workplace settings, providing them the experience needed to rise above the stiff competition when they enter the job market. Rated #2 in Connecticut among National Universities in Best Value by U.S. News & World Report, a USJ degree is a proven credential for undergraduates seeking a traditional New England college setting with exceptional NCAA Division III athletics and a strong sense of community. For graduate students ready to learn more and earn more, USJ offers online, hybrid, and on-ground master and doctoral programs with innovative modular curricula that attract students from around the world.