South Dakota State University
About the Program
The goal of this program is to provide an interdisciplinary approach to study and work with individuals and families. This program draws from theory and research that examines the process of human development across the lifespan and the dynamic interaction of family members.
Through coursework, observation, and practical experiences, students will be equipped with the necessary skills for additional specialized training and for employment in a variety of educational and social service settings designed to enhance the healthy development of individuals, couples, and families.
Admissions information, system general education requirements, institutional graduation requirements, and college requirements in addition to the major requirements are stated in the undergraduate catalog.
Minor programs that compliment this major include: sociology, psychology, health sciences, consumer affairs, gerontology, juvenile justice, and recreation.
Program Overview
| Area | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|
| Family & Child Studies/Development | 100% |
Address & Contact Information
Undergraduate Program
- Individuals and the Family
- Family Relations
- Early Experiences
- Development of Human Sexuality
- Human Development: (Childhood; Adolescence; Adulthood)
- Family Theories
- Helping Relationships
- Prevention Programs in HDFS
- Parent/Child Relationships
- Family Assessment
- Professional Issues in Child and Family Studies
- Orientation to Child and Family Services Practicum
- Child and Family Services Practicum
- Family Resource Management
- Lifespan Development
The HDFS major offers an interdisciplinary approach to study and work with individuals and families. The program draws from theory and research that examines both the process of human development across the lifespan and the dynamics of interaction among family members. The knowledge base is integrated with training and experiences that provide the necessary skills for additional specialized training and for employment in a variety of educational and social science settings designed to enhance the health development of individuals, couples, and families.
Graduate Program
- Parent Education: Theories and Issues
- Adult Development
- Current Topics
- Special Problems
- Thesis
- Family Resiliency
- Research
- Program Design & Evaluation
- Grant Writing
- Work & Family
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The Human Development and Family Studies graduate program offers two specializations. First, Adult Development in the Workplace prepares students to flourish as leaders in business and industry who are appropriately trained to understand the needs of adults in the workplace. The second specialization in Family and Community Services is offered through a consortium to meet the needs of military service members and their spouses who desire to work in service settings involving the family and/or community.