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Family Life Studies, BS


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(offered online only)

The Family Life Studies major is an integrative major that links the various fields within the family, human development, and consumer sciences profession and prepares students for positions requiring interdisciplinary problem-solving skills. This major prepares graduates for successful careers serving individuals and families across the lifespan. Completion of a Family Life Studies degree also helps students achieve fulfilling family relationships in their own lives. It is anticipated that graduates in Family Life Studies will find good employment opportunities in state agencies serving children, families, consumers, displaced homemakers, and the elderly. Jobs may also be available in nonprofit community agencies, such as Head Start programs, social service agencies, drug treatment centers, youth and adult residental care centers, foster care, youth centers, crisis centers, parent education programs, senior citizen centers, long-term care facilities, adult day care centers, and a host of related federal, state, and local agencies serving families and children. A grade of C or better is required in coursework for the Family Life Studies Major.

Pre-major Courses (12 credits)


Students must complete at least 24 credits, including the following courses, with at least a 3.0 GPA prior to being admitted to the FLS major.

Elective Courses (27 credits)


In addition to completing the Core Courses listed above, students must complete at least 9 credits from each of the following areas.

Family Relations (9 credits)


Human Development (9 credits)


Note:


* Registration for FCHD 4820  and FCHD 4830  requires approval of the FLS advisor. It is recommended that these courses be taken either during back-to-back semesters or concurrently during the student’s last semester. FCHD 4830  must be taken during the last semester of coursework. A background check is required prior to enrollment in FCHD 4830 .

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