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Bachelor of Science in Child Life Shorelight Group - Edgewood College Shorelight Group - Edgewood College, USA

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USD 35860

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 30 Waived

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48 months

Duration

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5.5

IELTS

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61

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

This major prepares students for the psychosocial care of children and youth in hospitals and other healthcare settings. The program provides a strong teaching and learning component together with a core of specialized child life courses. Satisfactory completion of the major provides access to the profession of Child Life. The program and degree prepare the candidate for an entry level position in the field of Child Life. To become a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS), one year of successful employment and the successful completion of the Child Life Exam are required. The rotation of child life courses is based on the semester of enrollment in the Child Life Program. Students should consult with an advisor for the most current information.

Program Highlights

  • Through this program, you will develop expertise in helping children and families cope with acute and chronic illness, medical procedures, and grief and loss. A foundation in learning how the use of developmentally appropriate play, psychosocial support, and teaching can help reduce the stress of hospitalization, illness, and health care procedures in pediatric patients and families. 
  • Our faculty, within the Child Life program, are all certified Child Life Specialists with clinical and educational experience; ensuring a well-rounded educational experience for all Child Life Students. 
  • Preparation is in alignment with the Association of Child Life Professionals standards and guidelines. 
  • As part of the program, you will complete an intensive internship.  
  • After graduation and entry into employment, you will take the Professional Certification examination of the Child Life Council, the national professional organization for Certified Child Life Specialists (CCLS). 
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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    5.5 IELTS Score
    61 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    44 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    35860

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    USD 30 Waived

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    13250 Per year

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