Human Development

Human development is the study of people’s lives from conception to death. The Human Development program offers lower-division preparation for students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree. The primary focus of the program is to prepare students for transfer to four-year human development programs.

With a bachelor’s degree, career options include working with people from all ages, ethnic, cultural, and/or socioeconomic backgrounds in areas such as health, education, community and state (public and private) agencies, business, and religious and secular organizations.

Note: Many CSUs and UCs have unique admissions and preparation-for-the-major requirements that are specific to their institutions. For greater flexibility to meet preparation-for-major, human development transfer students should also consider the Liberal Arts with an Area of Emphasis in Social and Behavioral Sciences degree. For further information and assistance, students should consult the ASSIST website, the individual university catalog, and a MiraCosta College counselor.

Graduation Requirements

• Complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable units of credit (including major and general education courses).
• Complete all courses required in the major with a “C” or “P” or better.
• Complete a general education pattern of courses (see Associate Degrees).
• Obtain a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
• Complete a minimum of 12 units in residence at MiraCosta College.

Program Student Learning Outcome

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to apply knowledge of developmental theories, norms, and cultural influences to demonstrate a critical understanding of a person's development.

Course Requirements