Education and Human Development, BA Program Handbook
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Education and Human Development (EDHD), BA Program Handbook
*The EDHD Program is one of the academic programs within the School of Education.
*Students completing this program will receive a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education and Human Development (EDHD)
Program: Bachelor of Arts in Education and Human Development (EDHD)
EDHD Homepage: https://stockton.edu/education/edhd-program.html
School of Education Homepage: https://stockton.edu/education/index.html
Founding Chair of the Education and Human Development Program Dr. Ron Caro - Ron.Caro@stockton.edu
School of Education Contact:
Stockton University
School of Education, Office J-201 101 Vera King Farris Drive Galloway, NJ 08205
Phone: (609) 652-4688
Email: soe@stockton.edu
Preamble & Mission
The Bachelor of Arts in Education and Human Development, housed within the School of Education, is a comprehensive and multidisciplinary program designed to prepare students for meaningful careers serving individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan. Drawing upon the disciplines of education, social work, psychology, sociology, child studies, disability studies, and gerontology, the program integrates theory, research, and applied practice to provide a well-rounded academic foundation.
Students develop critical interdisciplinary skills through coursework and service-learning experiences that emphasize real-world application and engagement with diverse populations across varying ages, backgrounds, and abilities. The curriculum reflects a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and community partnership, ensuring graduates are prepared to meet the evolving needs of today’s society.
The program offers specialized concentrations: including Childhood Studies, Disability Studies, and Gerontology, allowing students to tailor their academic pathway to align with their professional interests and career goals. Graduates leave the program equipped with the knowledge, ethical grounding, and practical competencies necessary for impactful employment in human service fields, as well as a strong academic foundation for advanced study.
Through this degree, students become knowledgeable, compassionate, and culturally responsive professionals dedicated to supporting the well-being and development of individuals and communities.
Program Mission
The mission of the Education and Human Development Program is to prepare graduates who possess the knowledge, skills, ethical grounding, and applied field experience necessary to deliver high-quality, evidence-based services to individuals, families, and organizations.
Grounded in interdisciplinary scholarship and a comprehensive understanding of human development across the lifespan, the program fosters caring, culturally responsive, and informed professionals committed to equity, advocacy, and community engagement. Through the integration of theory, research, and practice, graduates are equipped to support diverse populations and contribute meaningfully to the well-being and advancement of the communities they serve.
