Bachelor of Arts in Human Development

Program Distinctives and Benefits

Distinctives

This program, designed for the adult learner, emphasizes convenience, practicality, and relevance.

• Professors use students' experiences as the foundation upon which theory and practice are tested.
• Major theoretical concepts are integrated throughout the courses.
• The HDEV Program provides students with a background in the liberal arts and sciences grounded in human behavior, social issues, and a Christian worldview.
• Students in the program study in a cohort and progress through the entire program together.
• Classes can start at anytime during the year when an 18-24 student cohort forms.
• The program can be completed in just 19 months.
• Classes meet one night a week for four hours, from 6-10 p.m.
• Classes meet in regional centers conveniently located throughout Southern California.
• The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) has approved this alternative program of subject matter preparation for elementary school teachers and K-12 special education school teachers.
• Small classes ensure focused student-teacher interaction.

Benefits

Graduates of the HDEV Program:

• Increase their understanding of human development, strengthen communication skills, and gain an acute sense of self that serves the student well, both personally and professionally.
• Become more marketable and gain job security.
• Gain the potential to increase their current salary.
• Become eligible to enter a teaching credential program, including those offered at APU:
  • Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential
  • Mild/Moderate Disabilities Specialist Credential (K-12)
  • M.A. in Education: Teaching and Multiple-Subject Internship Teaching Credential
  • M.A. in Education: Special Education and Mild/Moderate Disabilities (K-12) Specialist Credential, Level I, Track 1
• Can soon begin teaching in their own classroom by enrolling in APU’s unique Intern Credential Program.