The Human Development and Family Sciences program prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and real-world experiences needed to help improve the lives of families and individuals. Students learn how interpersonal dynamics and relationships shape human development and the human experience. During their journey, students learn about topics such as parent-child relationships, dating and marital relations, human sexuality, lifespan human development, family conflict and violence, adolescent development, aging, family preventions and interventions, and managing family resources. Additionally, students will work with their advisor to select a minor in accordance with their specific interests and professional goals.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be prepared for meaningful careers across industry, government, non-profit, and academia. Employment opportunities include child life specialist, couple and family therapist, Extension agent, family lawyer, family life educator, guidance counselor, human resources specialist, non-profit manager, social services manager, and youth services director. Students will also be prepared to enter a variety of professional and graduate programs.
Graduation Requirements
To earn the Bachelor of Science in Family Sciences, the student must earn a minimum of 120 credit hours with at least a 2.0 grade-point average. A minimum of 45 credit hours must be from upper division courses (300 level and above). Remedial courses may not be counted toward the total hours required for the degree.
Suggested Four-Year Plan for the B.S. in Family Sciences