Family Studies
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Family Studiesis designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to serve the needs of children and families in a variety of community settings. The Family Studies Degree Core examines ten content or subject areas prescribed by the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR) including: Interpersonal Relationships, Internal Dynamics of Families, Parent Education and Guidance, Human Sexuality, Human Growth and Development over the Life Span, Family Resource Management, Families in Society, Family Life Education Methodology, Family Law and Public Policy, and Ethics. Students use Supplemental Courses to build a specific area of study or concentration based on their professional interests such as child life, marriage and family, counseling, child and family ministry, gerontology, etc. Majors in Family Studies should be people oriented, sensitive to the concerns of children and families, possess effective communication and listening skills, and demonstrate the potential for leadership and management.
Family Studies in the Workplace
Graduates work with children and families in a variety of community organizations such as social service agencies; children's hospitals; adoption agencies; group homes; Head Start; Cooperative Extension services; corporate and family child care facilities; youth development and recreational programs; family life ministries; and elder care services among others.
Certification/Licensure Though certification is not guaranteed, the Family Studies Program is a strong foundation for those students who seek specialized careers as a Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) or Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS). The requirements for these certifications are regulated by the National Council on Family Relations (http://www.ncfr.org) and the Child Life Council (http://www.childlife.org) respectively. In addition, the Family Studies Degree is an excellent body of knowledge for students who plan to seek licensure upon completion of a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT) or Social Work (MSW).
Completion Requirements
Classes required to complete the degree will vary depending upon the course of study selected and the catalog under which the student enters the Family Studies Program. For more details, refer to the University catalog.
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University Core |
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Bible |
Hours |
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101, 102, 211, 212 |
12 |
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Advanced Bible |
3 |
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English |
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ENGL 111: Composition |
3 |
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Literature |
3 |
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Speech |
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COMS 111 or equivalent |
3 |
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History |
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HIST 117, 118, 221, or 222 |
3 |
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Science |
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BIOL 120; Choose from NUTR 120, CHEM 101 or AENV 130 |
3 3 |
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Mathematics |
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MATH 120 or above |
3 |
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EXSC 100 + 3 activities |
4 |
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UNIV 100 |
1 |
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Total University Core |
41 |
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Entrance Requirements |
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Science: 4 semesters of HS lab science other than physical science, or 27 on ACT science subscore. |
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Deficiency: 3 hrs in field other than HS field. |
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Foreign Language: 4 semesters, one language, in HS. |
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Deficiency: 6 hrs in one language. |
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BS Degree Core
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English |
Hours |
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ENGL 112: Composition |
3 |
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Social Sciences/Humanities |
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SOCI 111 |
3 |
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PSYC 120 |
3 |
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Choose one: ANTH 101, ECON, GEOG, POLS, HIST,or PHIL |
3 |
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Fine Arts |
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Choose from: ART 101, MUSM 230, THEA 220 OR THEA 250 |
3 |
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Total BS Core |
15 |
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Other Notes |
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Major Requirements |
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Family Studies |
Hours |
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FAM 250 Child Development |
3 |
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FAM 351 Introduction to Family Studies |
3 |
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FAM 356 Human Intimacy |
3 |
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FAM 432 Family Finances |
3 |
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FAM 452 Parenting and Family Skills |
3 |
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FAM 453 Family and Community |
3 |
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FAM 495 Field Experience |
3 |
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Other Required Courses |
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SOCI 362 Marriage and Family |
3 |
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COMS 376 Family Communication |
3 |
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SOCI 460 Ethics and Social Issues |
3 |
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GERO 486 Counseling Older Adults |
3 |
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SOCW 325 Human Behavior and Social Environment I |
3 |
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SOCW 326 Human Behavior and Social Environment II |
3 |
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Total |
39 |
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Supplement for Major |
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Choose18 hours from: |
Hours |
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FAM 454 Aging and the Family |
3 |
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FAM 455 Ministry to Fathers |
3 |
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GERO 448 Biology of Aging |
3 |
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SOCI 222 Social Problems |
3 |
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SOCI 350 Sociology of Aging |
3 |
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SOCI 444 Social Group Leadership |
3 |
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BIBM 390 Family Relations |
3 |
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BIBM 413 Seminar in Adolescent Moral/Sexual Issues |
3 |
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BIBM 434 Developing Faith in Children |
3 |
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PSYC 374 Emotionally Disturbed Child |
3 |
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PSYC 392 Child Psychology |
3 |
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Total |
18 |
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* A minor may be substituted for any track; this may reduce general electives. |
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Electives
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General Electives (may include deficiency). May not include Academic Advance courses. |
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Total |
15 |
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Other Graduation Requirements |
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Min grade for each course in major and supplement |
C |
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Min GPA in major |
2.00 |
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Min GPA for graduation |
2.00 |
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Advanced hours required |
33 |
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Total hours required |
128 |
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ACAD hours do not count in minimum hours required for degree |
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