The Grossmont大学 Child Development Program is designed to provide courses which lead toward an Associate Degree and/or Certificate in Child Development. The program offers the opportunity to learn about developmentally appropriate education and servicesfor young children. It emphasizes curriculum planning for children from infancy through school age, guidance techniques, special needs of children and families, creative learning, health and safety education, administration of child development programs and current issues in the field.
该部门的理念是基于对儿童的这些信念：
The courses are appropriate for early childhood teachers, aides, administrators, childcare professionals of all kinds, parents, nurses, or any person interacting with young children.