Cultivate your understanding of children with your Bachelor of Arts in Child Development. This unique degree demonstrates your competence and ability in working with children. Childcare jobs will grow as more parents return to work after having children. Professionals with a Bachelor of Arts in Child Development could start careers such as childcare, social work, or special education. Learn how families and communities impact children's growth. Your online courses include a wide variety of topics, from language acquisition to behavior and the critical role of play in children's education. You will study the stages of development from infancy through adolescence with your Bachelor of Arts in Child Development from Ashford University. Be an advocate for kids.