Kaplan University

The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Development is a nonlicensure program that adheres to the National Association for the Education of Young Children's (NAEYC) Standards for Early Childhood Professional Preparation Programs, and is designed to prepare you to work in early childhood settings with children from birth through age eight.* Foundation coursework includes topics such as growth and development, applied theory, ethics and professionalism, children in the inclusive classroom, health and nutrition, and lesson planning and implementation.
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all. Additional training or certification may be required.

The Bachelor of Science in Human Services program is designed to prepare you with the knowledge and skills to pursue a rewarding career in a wide variety of helping professions*. Students are taught to develop their talents, assess clients' needs, identify community resources, and problem solve and advocate for their client – all with the goal of making a difference in the life of those unable to help themselves. Choose a degree emphasis area in child and family welfare, gerontology, or human services administration.
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all. Additional training or certification may be required.

Do you like people? Are you interested in what makes them tick and why they think and behave the way they do? Then consider earning a Bachelor of Science in Psychology online at Kaplan University. The program is designed to help prepare you to pursue work in organizations, agencies, and research settings where employees must know how to properly assess people and manage interpersonal relations*. The Kaplan University degree program examines the major concepts, values, theories, studies, research methods, and historical trends in psychology as they apply to human behavior, learning, and development. Study to gain a deeper understanding of psychological theory and methodology. Examine the cultural conditions that motivate people and consider psychological issues logically and responsibly. Choose a degree emphasis area in applied behavioral analysis, child development, or substance abuse.
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all. Additional training or certification may be required.

Focus on enhancing your ability to identify and interact with mentally ill individuals, intervene in crisis situations, and understand the impact of crime on its victims and the community. As a graduate, you may qualify to pursue positions within police departments and law enforcement agencies, as well as opportunities in social services and the judicial system.*
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all. Additional police academy training may be required for law enforcement jobs.