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if you want to work with young kids what is the best major?

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Alexandra (Sasha)’s Answer

Do you mean college major?

I think you need to think about the type of career you might like. Teaching? Medicine? Nursing? Library science? Occupational therapy? Nanny? Then work backwards to figure out the educational path you need to follow.

My experience is that when you need something further than just a high school or college degree (i.e. a certification for instance), you can pick whatever major lights your fire, as long as you meet the requirements to get that certification or degree.

Thank you comment icon I agree with Sasha, it’s often more helpful to consider the career you have an interest in and then work backwards to determine which college major would suit you. Some majors that would allow you to work with children in different ways would be: Early Childhood Education, Childcare Management, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Child Development Marie Sanjurjo Lopez
Thank you comment icon There are really so many options of careers to work with young children. I agree with the other two answers/comments which recommended thinking about a career and then working backwards. If the career you would like to pursue has certification requirements than that would determine a choice of major, but otherwise you can study anything you are interested in. You may want to think about your other interests and strengths and then look for where those interests overlap with careers with young children. Elisa Ferrara Gunduz
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Simeon’s Answer

Teaching would be the best degree to pursue for working with children, but I think you could also find a lot of great opportunities to work with children in social working or nursing.
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Janet’s Answer

Take psychology courses, including child development, social development and cognitive development. Take education courses including instruction and curriculum. See if you can volunteer at a homeless shelter for families or at a children's hospital.
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Sheila’s Answer

Hi Rebekah:

There are many paths you could take such as Early Childhood Education, Pediatrics, Social Work, etc. You've received some great comments already, especially from Shasha. I agree with her in working backwards to figure out the educational path you need to follow. Also, check with your Guidance Counselor to see what career choices are out there for working with children.

Best of luck to you!
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Crystal’s Answer

Childhood education or psychology
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Carla’s Answer

Early childhood education is only a 2 year degree and you can work at or manage a pre-school daycare.
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