1. University of Missouri
  2. Program
  3. Bachelors
  4. BS Human Development and Family Studies in Child Life Specialist

BS Human Development and Family Studies in Child Life Specialist

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Missouri

Program Overview

The Child Life Specialist emphasis area prepares graduates to provide for the socioemotional needs, and support the optimum growth and development of children and their families in a variety of health care settings. Child life specialists use therapeutic play, psychological preparation, and coping skills interventions to help reduce the anxiety and stress related to illness, disability, hospitalization and medical procedures. Through a family-centered care approach, they provide parents and other family members reassurance and emotional support, help them understand psychosocial needs, and provide tools to help them minimize psychological trauma.

Program Key Stats

$27968 (Annual cost)



75 %

Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Complete Online Application, Academic Transcripts, Test scores: ACT, SAT, TOEFL ibT of 79, IELTS of 6.5, GPA of 2.5 or higher on a U.S. 4.0 scale, Proof of Financial Support, Scanned Copy of Passport

Career Options

  • Health Educators
  • Child
  • Family
  • and School Social Workers
  • Social and Community Service Managers
  • Social and Human Service Assistants

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