Prepare yourself for a range of rewarding careers
Learn how children and youth develop, how families function effectively and manage stress, and how to improve the lives of children and families.

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Choose Your Path

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With a major in Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS), you could become a professional who prevents child and partner abuse, helps immigrant families, assists children in hospitals dealing with medical procedures, develops curricula for after-school programs, identifies ways that couples can maintain healthy relationships, directs a child care center, or works with the aging population.

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Our Commitment

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Tailor your experience to fit your own professional goals, whether you're seeking employment after graduation or pursuing graduate or professional school. We are committed to providing you with the applied coursework, hands-on learning opportunities, and research experiences that help you succeed.