The Human Development and Family Science program is developed from a foundation of human development and family science courses. It is essential for the student working with children, adolescents or adults to understand and to be able to maximize the resources offered by the family. It is equally important for the student concerned with the quality of family life to recognize the intricate spiral of changing needs in the growing individual.
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This major has the following emphasis areas:
Common Career Paths
You can do nearly anything with a Mizzou degree, but here are some common career paths taken by graduates of this major:
- Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors
- Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
- Human Resources Managers
- Marriage and Family Therapists
- Recreation Workers
- Residential Advisors
- Social and Community Service Managers
- Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
- Training and Development Managers
Interested? Here are your next steps
If you are a Prospective Student
You strive to be the best version of you. You are ready to create your own adventure. If this sounds like you—you’ve got Tiger Pride already. We invite you to take the next step.
If you are a Current Student
Speaking with an adviser will help us chart the best path for academic success.