Students who pursue a specialization in Child and Family studies will learn how to bridge research and theory to inform best practices. Specifically, they will develop an understanding of the bi-directional relationship between families and communities, how children develop in the context of communities, and how these factors influence curricular, policy and practice decisions. For course descriptions, visit the course catalog.
Required Courses:
- Child Growth and Development (EDU 2210)
Electives (choose 4-5 courses):
- Accounting for Business (ACC 2203)
- Family and Community Engagement (CFC 2120C)
- Social Issues and Policies (CFC 3510C)
- Leadership and Human Resource Development (CFC 4520C)
- Early Childhood Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (EDU 3050)
- Administration of Early Childhood Programs (2 credits) EDU 3300
- Developing Emotional Competency and Social Maturity in Youth (HDE 3050)
- Introduction to Business (MGT 1100)
- Developmental Psychopathology (PSY 3340)