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Human Development and Family Science
Human Development and Family Science bachelor's degree
The human development and family science program at K-State focuses on caring for individual needs across a lifespan in a family context.
This interdisciplinary program offers a broad range of coursework and experiences allowing students to examine important issues including development across the life cycle, factors that enhance or impede the development of healthy relationships, interactions with the larger culture and many others.
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The K-State difference
K-State's HDFS graduates are in high demand and find careers that take them all around the world. Because the coursework is broad and interdisciplinary, students also are extremely prepared for graduate and professional school options.
Graduates who have completed all of the degree requirements and the mandatory internship are qualified to apply for the Provisional Certified Family Life Education, or CFLE, designation, which is administered by the National Council on Family Relations.
Did you know?
More than 90 percent of students find relevant jobs or choose to continue their education within three months of graduation.
What courses will I take in the human development and family science program?
Students must complete 120 credit hours to graduate. A sample of professional courses includes:
- Family Relationships and Gender Roles
- Introduction to Human Sexuality
- Personal Financial Planning
- Families and Diversity
- Working with Parents
Students may choose either an area of concentration or complete an internship. The internship option includes a series of senior-year courses that apply course content to the reality of working in the field. Students who choose the non-internship option identify an area of concentration in which they will take at least nine credit hours. Examples of possible concentrations include psychology, sociology, gerontology or social work.
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Minor in human development and family science
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What can I do with a career in human development and family science?
Students learn to identify, implement and assess best practices and programs designed to strengthen and enhance individual and family well-being. This can lead to graduate or professional school, or a variety of careers in areas including:
- Family life education
- Marriage and family therapy
- Early childhood education
- Gerontology
- Youth development
- Personal financial planning
- Social work
- School counseling
- Occupational therapy
- Nursing home administration
Career Center
The Career Center offers an extensive career library, free assessments for exploring major/careers, job search training, career advising, employer connections, and a staff dedicated to assisting students in the career development process
Tuition and Scholarships
Learn more about the $42 million in scholarships Kansas State University awards to students each year!
Additional K-State opportunities
Undergraduate research >
At a public research university like K-State, you'll have direct access to research opportunities from the start. K-State undergraduates have studied sustainable energy, cancer cells, musical lyrics and many other topics alongside nationally renowned faculty at K-State's 90-plus research centers.
Study abroad >
Studying in another country not only allows you to experience the wonders of another culture, but it also broadens your horizons and makes you a stronger citizen in our global society. There are more than 85 countries currently participating in K-State's education abroad programs!
Health professions >
Whether you are interested in a career in human or animal health, K-State is a great place to start the journey toward becoming a healthcare professional. You will have a dedicated health professions advisor who will help you navigate the professional school application process for your chosen healthcare field.
Pre-law >
Did you know that K-State pre-law students are accepted into law school at a rate substantially exceeding the national average? In preparing for law school, you will work with a dedicated pre-law advisor and select the major of your choice in any department in any college within the university.
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