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.

This major has the following emphasis areas:

• Child Development and Education
• Child Life Specialist
• Early Childhood Education in a Mobile Society
• Family and Lifespan Development

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