Human Development and Family Studies (B.S.)

Department of Human Development & Family Studies

Human Development and Family Studies is an interdisciplinary program that combines the study of psychology, biology, sociology, medicine, anthropology, history, social work, and philosophy. It is a field for people who like to work with children, teens, families, and adults. 

Students have hands-on experiences through a variety of internships, fieldwork, classwork, and volunteer work. Coursework includes the study of human development from conception to death, theories and research on development, ethics and social policy, family development and relationships, social problems and issues, and physical and mental health. 

CFLE Approved
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Program Delivery
On-Campus
Online
Area(s) of Study
Child/Human Development and Family Science/Studies
Accreditations
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)