This program is focused on supporting Certified Child Life Specialists are who are already working in the field to get their masters degrees while continuing working. Through coursework and clinical work under the supervision of a Child Life Specialist, students will be prepared to support the socioemotional needs of children and families in a healthcare setting. Child Life Specialists who have already earned their certification are eligible to apply.
The curriculum includes courses in the following areas:
Upon graduation, the following learning objectives will be met by each student.
Course Titles and Associated Credits
FALL (9 credits)
SPRING (9 credits)
Financial Considerations
What is the cost of tuition?
A tuition calculator can be found here. The MS Child Life program is in the College of Human Sciences.
Do you offer scholarships or other aid?
There are some opportunities through the Graduate School for scholarships and fellowships; information on each opportunity is available here . Scholarships and fellowships are forms of financial support that do not require student employment and do not necessarily come with a tuition-waiver.
Given that the Child Life program is a professional master’s degree, students are expected to pay tuition. Assistantships are not typically offered through the program or the Department of Human Development and Family Science. Assistantships are student employment opportunities that include a tuition waiver.