Cal State Long Beach Child and Family Studies, Child Development Option
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation Cal State Long Beach lists for Child and Family Studies, Child Development Option transfers starts with PSY 100, ANTH 120 and CDFS 111; the full list is below.

    38 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with CSULB for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

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    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Child and Family Studies, Child Development Option

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    Major Requirements

    Cal State Long Beach Child and Family Studies, Child Development Option Major Preparation

    The courses Cal State Long Beach lists as Child and Family Studies, Child Development Option major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are CSULB's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    General education courses

    Complete all of these

    • PSY 100 General Psychology
    • ANTH 120 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

    Lower division major requirements

    Complete all of these

    • CDFS 111 Child Growth and Development
    • CDFS 211 Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children

    Complete 1 of these

    • CDFS 214 Introduction to Curriculum for Preschool Children
    • CDFS 215 Introduction to Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Cal State Long Beach have a Child and Family Studies, Child Development Option major for transfer students?

    Yes. Cal State Long Beach offers Child and Family Studies, Child Development Option (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State Long Beach for Child and Family Studies, Child Development Option?

    Cal State Long Beach's Child and Family Studies, Child Development Option major preparation includes PSY 100, ANTH 120, CDFS 111, CDFS 211, CDFS 214 and CDFS 215. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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