Child & Family Studies and Education
If you’re passionate about working with children and families, consider enrolling in Child and Family Studies and Education (CFSE). Our program offers flexible options to suit your goals. You can obtain certificates, credentials, preparation for advanced study, and skills for immediate employment. If you are exploring various options or already have a goal in mind, CFSE is the program for you!
Occupations
There is an existing teacher shortage, and California is investing millions to hire, train, and retain new talent in the classrooms. As a result, credentialed teachers are in high demand, and have many opportunities for jobs and advancement in both public and private school settings. Outside the classroom, graduates can work in youth organizations, school counseling, develop curriculum, and support education policy changes and innovation. This program also prepares students for advanced study in a variety of fields that work with children and families.
- Preschool teachers
- Elementary and single subject teachers
- Social workers
- Preschool/early care and education program directors/administrators
- Online tutors
- Criminal Justice employees
- School/academic counselors
- Librarians
- Psychologists
- Speech pathologists and audiologists
Contact Information
Division
Career Education and Workforce Development
Building 3300
Phone: (707) 256-7258
Department Webpage
Division Webpage
Dean
Dr. Douglas Marriott
Dean, Career Education and Workforce Development
2277 Napa-Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: Douglas.Marriott@napavalley.edu
Administrative Assistant
Eva Mijares
Administrative Assistant
2277 Napa-Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: EMijares@napavalley.edu
Program Coordinator
Kari Powell
Professor, Child & Family Studies and Education
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: KPowell@napavalley.edu
Faculty
Faye Smyle
Professor, Child & Family Studies and Education
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: FSmyle@napavalley.edu
Degrees
Certificates
- Child and Family Studies-Assistant (Local Certificate)
- Child and Family Studies-Associate Teacher (Certificate of Achievement)
- Child and Family Studies-Associate Teacher with Administration (Certificate of Achievement)
- Child and Family Studies (Certificate of Achievement)
- Early Childhood Intervention (Certificate of Achievement)
- Child and Family Studies-Master Teacher Specialization (Local Certificate)
- Specialization in Administration and Mentoring (Skills Certificate)