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Human Development and Family Studies
Undergraduate Study
For undergraduate curricula in Human Development and Family Studies, leading to the degree bachelor of science, see Human Sciences, Curricula.
The Department of Human Development and Family Studies offers courses that focus on the interactions among individuals, families, their resources, and their environments throughout the life span. The department offers work for the Bachelor of Science degree in four curricula: Child, Adult, and Family Services; Early Childhood Education; Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies, and Family Finance, Housing, and Policy.
Child, Adult and Family Services Curriculum
The Child, Adult and Family Services curriculum leads to work in the helping professions with employment opportunities in public and private agencies, including Head Start. Opportunities exist to observe and work with infants, preschoolers, school-age children, adolescents, adults, and families. Graduates of the program are prepared for employment in agencies and organizations serving children, youth, families, and adults as program development specialists, coordinators, directors, teachers, direct care staff, and administrators. This flexible program provides a broad emphasis in theory, research, and application in child, adult and family services including attention to community issues and public policy.
Students in Child, Adult, and Family Services may choose coursework that leads to becoming a Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE), a program that has been approved by the National Council on Family Relations. These courses provide the basic education for students interested in working with families, including adolescents, parents, or adults working on relationship issues. The student takes courses that support the development of knowledge and skills in the ten family life substance areas selected by the National Council on Family Relations. The certification is a voluntary credential that requires the individual to complete a degree in an approved program and to have at least two years of work experience in family life education settings.
Students graduating in the Child, Adult, and Family Services major will
- demonstrate competency in human development and family studies and their chosen field of emphasis
- demonstrate proficiency in interpersonal communication and in working with diverse groups to solve multidisciplinary problems
- effectively practice preparation and delivery of information to human service and child care professionals as well as to the general public
- critically evaluate information and accurately interpret and use research
- understand the complexity of issues facing professionals in the field, including ethical, cultural, and environmental elements.
Early Childhood Education-Unified Curriculum
The curriculum in Early Childhood Education-Unified is planned for students preparing to teach young children and work with their families. This program leads to careers in working with young children (both those who are typically developing and those with special needs) from birth through age eight. Graduates in this curriculum may teach in early childhood (preschool and primary) classrooms or home based programs, with emphasis on inclusive services. Graduates may be employed by either public or private agencies or schools. This curriculum has been approved by the Iowa Department of Education and meets requirements for the early childhood education-unified teacher license, which permits individuals to teach general and special education for children from birth through age eight. The program is an interdepartmental major administered by the Department of Curriculum and Instruction and the Department of Human Development and Family Studies within the College of Human Sciences.
Early childhood education majors must satisfy a world languages requirement for graduation (see below for more information on the world languages requirement).
Students who enroll in the early childhood education-unified must apply and be accepted into the teacher education program prior to enrolling in advanced courses. All early childhood education-unified students, including those seeking a double major, must meet general education requirements for teacher licensure. Iowa State University is in compliance with the Iowa Department of Education’s mandate for a performance based system of teacher training. The State of Iowa has developed and implemented a competency system to evaluate the performance of all teachers. A detailed list of the twelve Iowa State University Teacher Education Standards and the eight State of Iowa Teaching Standards, along with other information about the University Teacher Education Program, can be found at www.teacher.hs.iastate.edu . Additional information is also available from the student’s academic adviser.
Students in early childhood education-unified must meet the performance outcome standards for teacher licensure. Standards are assessed in coursework through artifacts such as assignments, projects, or practicum participation. These standards assessments are based on the early childhood content standards for endorsement 100 in the State of Iowa. These include competencies in
- child growth, development, and learning
- developmentally appropriate learning environment and curriculum implementation
- health, safety, and nutrition
- family and community collaboration
- professionalism
Pre-student teaching field experiences and student teaching experience in a least two different settings is required. Students will receive both formative and summative evaluations of their progress toward meeting these outcomes throughout their program at ISU.
Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies Curriculum
The curriculum in Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies offers one curriculum for the bachelor of science degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies. (http://catalog.iastate.edu/collegeofhumansciences/familyandconsumerscienceseducationandstudies )
Graduates in Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies have a broad understanding of individual and family well-being. Graduates apply knowledge of family and consumer sciences content in global professional settings. They use research findings to improve the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Due to the integrative and synergistic nature of family and consumer sciences, graduates address and act on complex problems confronting individuals, families, and communities.
Students in the curriculum choose one of three options, Teacher Licensure, Communications, or Professional Studies. Graduates of the teacher licensure option teach in general and occupational programs of family and consumer sciences in middle, junior high, and senior high schools. Graduates of the Communications option have a broad-based knowledge of family and consumer sciences and the ability to communicate in a global and technologically changing Society. They are able to plan, develop, creatively present and evaluate information. Graduates of the Professional Studies option pursue individualized career goals in family and consumer sciences that apply integrative knowledge of family and consumer sciences in diverse careers for global settings.
Admission to all three options is initiated in the course FCEDS 206. In addition, students in Teacher Licensure follow must apply and be accepted into the teacher education program prior to enrolling in advanced courses and must meet general education requirements for teacher licensure. Iowa State University is in compliance with the Iowa Department of Education’s mandate for a performance based system of teacher training. Following this same type of system, the State of Iowa has developed and implemented a competency system to evaluate the performance of all teachers. A detailed list of the twelve Iowa State University Teacher Education Standards and the eight State of Iowa Teaching Standards, along with other information about the University Teacher Education Program, can be found at www.teacher.hs.iastate.edu, the teacher education website. This program option is approved by the Iowa Department of Education for the preparation of career and technical education family and consumer sciences teachers.
Family Finance, Housing, and Policy Curriculum
The Family Finance, Housing, and Policy curriculum prepares students for careers as financial counselors and planners, insurance agents, loan officers, mortgage originators, government housing authority administrators, housing advocates, housing planners, real estate agents, non-profit agency administrators, policy analysts and lobbyists, property managers, and consumer credit and financial aid counselors. The program focuses on financial resource management, housing services and administration, and family policy issues pertinent to children, adults, and families. In addition, the program is designed to provide students with skills and background necessary to address the financial and housing related needs of vulnerable households including populations who experience discrimination due to poverty, minority status, age, and/or disability status. Laboratory and practicum opportunities exist in the ISU Financial Counseling Clinic, a HUD-approved financial and housing counseling service. Laboratory opportunities also exist in the Inclusive Design Learning Laboratory where students can complete class projects and investigations to better understand requirements of life span design and accessibility issues. A variety of service learning opportunities are available to familiarize students with public and not-for-profit community services and agencies. Well qualified juniors and seniors in Family Finance, Housing and Policy who are interested in graduate study may apply for concurrent enrollment in the Graduate College to simultaneously pursue both a B.S. in FFHP and an M.S. in HDFS or a B.S. in FFHP and a Graduate Certificate in Family Financial Planning. Under concurrent enrollment, students simultaneously take undergraduate and graduate courses and may be eligible for assistantships. See Graduate Study for more information.
Students graduating in the Family Finance, Housing, and Policy major will
- demonstrate competency in consumer science and policy and their chosen field of emphasis
- demonstrate proficiency in interpersonal communication and in working with diverse groups to solve multidisciplinary problems
- effectively practice preparation and delivery of information to family finance, housing, and policy professionals as well as to the general public
- critically evaluate information and accurately interpret and use research
- understand the complexity of issues facing professionals in the field, including ethical, cultural and environmental elements
Minors
The department offers minors in Child, Adult, and Family Services, Educational Services in Family and Consumer Sciences, and Family Finance, Housing, and Policy. Minors consist of at least 15 credits including 6 credits taken at Iowa State University in courses numbered 300 or above.
The Child, Adult, and Family Services minor may be earned by completing 15 credits:
| HD FS 102 | Individual and Family Life Development | arr † |
| One of the following: | arr † | |
| Development in Young Children: Birth through Age 8 | ||
| Development and Guidance in Middle Childhood | ||
| Adolescent Development | ||
| Young Adulthood and Midlife Development | ||
| Aging and the Family | ||
| Three of the following: | arr † | |
| Parenting and Family Diversity Issues | ||
| Family Communications and Relationships | ||
| Guidance and Group Management in Early Childhood | ||
| Programming for Children in Early Care and Education | ||
| Housing and Services for Families and Children | ||
| Abuse and Illness in Families | ||
| Death as a Part of Living | ||
| Children, Families, and Public Policy | ||
| Linking Families and Communities | ||
| Environments for the Aging | ||
| Family Interaction Dynamics | ||
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
The Education Services in Family and Consumer Sciences minor may be earned by completing 15 credits:
| FCEDS 206 | Professional Roles in Family and Consumer Sciences | arr † |
| FCEDS 306 | Educational Principles for Family and Consumer Sciences | arr † |
| FCEDS 413 | Planning and Assessment for Family and Consumer Sciences and Family Life Education | arr † |
| FCEDS 491A | Communications | arr † |
| or FCEDS 491B | Professional Studies | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
The Family Finance, Housing, and Policy minor may be earned by completing 15 credits:
| HD FS 239 | Housing and Consumer Issues | arr † |
| HD FS 283 | Personal and Family Finance | arr † |
| HD FS 395 | Children, Families, and Public Policy | arr † |
| Two of the following: | ||
| Housing Finance and Policy | ||
| Housing and Services for Families and Children | ||
| Retirement Contexts and Planning | ||
| Environments for the Aging | ||
| Advanced Personal and Family Finance | ||
| Families in the Economy | ||
| Financial Counseling | ||
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Communication Proficiency requirement: A student must achieve a grade of C or higher in ENGL 150 Critical Thinking and Communication and ENGL 250 Written, Oral, Visual, and Electronic Composition. A student achieving a grade of C– or lower in 150 and/or 250 must either repeat the course(s), earning a minimum grade of C, or, in consultation with the adviser and the coordinator of freshman English, complete another appropriate English writing course with a minimum grade of C.
Graduate Study
The department offers work for the Master of Science (thesis and non-thesis option) and Doctor of Philosophy degrees with the major in Human Development and Family Studies, and minor work for students taking major work in other departments. Graduates of M.S. and Ph.D. programs in the department will understand and apply relevant theories to educational, research, and/or intervention or prevention programs. It is intended that they will produce and disseminate research results and provide leadership in human development and family studies professions.
Graduate study in Human Development and Family Studies at Iowa State University is multidisciplinary and focuses on research and practice in several content areas such as lifespan development, gerontology, adolescence or youth development, family studies, family policy, family financial planning or early development, care and education. In addition, the Department of Human Development and Family Studies offers coursework and experiences leading to the National Council of Family Relations certification as a family life educator
Prerequisite to work in the major is the completion of a related undergraduate program with basic courses in one or more of the following areas: child/human development, community and regional planning, economics, education, family studies, psychology, or sociology. Additional coursework or prerequisites may be required depending on the undergraduate program and program of study. Students may be admitted to our doctoral program with either a bachelor's (MS/PhD Track, 5 years) or a master's degree (PhD Track only, 3 years). Students admitted without a prior master's degree complete requirements for a thesis-based master's degree as part of their doctoral program of study.
All students take a core set of courses; the program of study is then completed with a selection of courses that meet the individual needs of the student. Students may select coursework within or across the research and practice areas. The variety of and flexibility in the coursework allows a student to tailor your program to your specific academic interests. Since the degrees are research-based; students are required to take coursework in research methods and statistics.
The department offers a graduate minor in Human Development and Family Studies. To earn this minor, students in a Master’s program must take 9 credits in HD FS graduate courses (500, 600 level) with a limit of 3 credits in seminar or workshop credit: (credits in 591 or 691 not allowed)
To earn a minor in HD FS students in a Doctoral program must take 12 credits in HD FS graduate courses (500, 600 level) with a limit of 3 credits in seminar or workshop credit: (credits in 591 or 691 not allowed)
The department also participates in several Master of Family and Consumer Sciences degree programs (http://catalog.iastate.edu/collegeofhumansciences/familyandconsumersciences/ ). Admission to the youth (YTH), family financial planning (FFP) and gerontology (GERON) specialization programs require submission of the Graduate College application form, transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation, resume and a goal statement.
First, students selecting this option may choose Human Development and Family Studies as the focus of their studies.
Second, a 36-credit master of Family and Consumer Sciences-youth Development (MFCS-YD)-or a 13-credit Youth Development Specialist Certificate or a 13-credit Youth Program Management and Evaluation Certificate-are designed to prepare individuals who work directly with youth or are involved in education and research related to youth. The courses for this program are completely Web-based.
Third, a 42-credit master of Family and Consumer Sciences-Family Financial Planning Program (MFCS-FFP), along with the 18-credit Graduate Certificate Program is designed to prepare individuals to work in the financial planning field. The courses for the program are completely Web-based. Completion of course work in the Master degree and Graduate Certificate meets the educational requirements to sit for the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Board of Standards Certification Examination.
The department offers well qualified students in Family Finance, Housing, and Policy concurrent degree programs that allow them to obtain a B.S. in FFHP and an M.S. in HD FS or a B.S. in FFHP and a Graduate Certificate in Family Financial Planning in 5 years. Application for admission to the Graduate College should be made near the end of the junior year. Under concurrent enrollment, students simultaneously take undergraduate and graduate courses and may be eligible for assistantships. Students interested in these programs should contact the department for details.
Finally, the department cooperates with the interdepartmental Gerontology program; students may declare a minor in Gerontology. The Master of Family and Consumer Sciences - Gerontology program (MFCS-GERON) and the Graduate Gerontology Certificate program are designed to prepare professionals who work directly with older people or are involved in education and research related to the elderly. Professionals offering direct services often are involved in health promotion programs, directing inter-generational activities, managing senior centers or retirement communities, counseling older people and their families, and helping people plan for retirement. Professionals involved in education and research may evaluate community-based services, teach others about the aging process, develop policies and programs to serve the needs of the elderly, and work with business and industry on issues related to an aging work force.
Curriculum in Child, Adult, and Family Services
Administered by the Department of Human Development and Family Studies. Leading to the degree bachelor of science.
Total credits required: 120. The child, adult, and family services curriculum, with options in child programs, youth programs, adult/family programs, leads to employment opportunities in the helping professions working with children, adults, and families in a variety of public and private human service agencies and organizations.
Minors in child, adult, and family services; and gerontology (interdisciplinary minor) are available; see requirements under Human Development and Family Studies, Courses and Programs.
The following requirements are for the child programs, youth programs, adult/family programs:
Communications and Library: 13 credits
| ENGL 150 | Critical Thinking and Communication | arr † |
| ENGL 250 | Written, Oral, Visual, and Electronic Composition | arr † |
| LIB 160 | Information Literacy | arr † |
| One of the following: | arr † | |
| Introduction to Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Conflict Management | ||
| Fundamentals of Public Speaking | ||
| One of the following | arr † | |
| Business Communication | ||
| Report and Proposal Writing | ||
| Technical Communication | ||
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Natural Sciences and Mathematical Disciplines: 10-11 credits
| One of the following | arr † | |
| Principles of Statistics | ||
| Introduction to Probability and Matrices | ||
| Introduction to Mathematical Ideas | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry | ||
| Discrete Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| COM S 103 | Computer Applications | arr † |
| Biology Course | arr † | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Social Sciences: 9 credits
Select from HD FS list of approved social sciences courses
Humanities: 6 credits
Select from HD FS list of approved humanities courses
HD FS Orientation: 1 credit
| HD FS 110 | Freshman Learning Community Orientation | arr † |
| or HD FS 111 | Orientation | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Human Development and Family Studies Core: 17-18 credits
| HD FS 102 | Individual and Family Life Development | arr † |
| HD FS 269 | Research in Human Development and Family Studies | arr † |
| HD FS 449 | Linking Families and Communities | arr † |
| Internship | arr † | |
| Internship | ||
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Child, Adult, and Family Services Core: 15 credits
| HD FS 183 | Personal Finance in Early Adulthood | arr † |
| HD FS 218 | Professional Orientation and Service Learning | arr † |
| HD FS 249 | Parenting and Family Diversity Issues | arr † |
| HD FS 367 | Abuse and Illness in Families | arr † |
| HD FS 395 | Children, Families, and Public Policy | arr † |
| HD FS 486 | Administration of Programs for Children, Adults and Families | arr † |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Programs Option: 21.5 credits
Choose Child, Youth or Adult & Family program option, see below for curriculum.
Electives: 27.5-28.5 credits
Total credits: 120 credits
U.S. Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement: Students fulfill the U.S. Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement by choosing three credits of coursework from each of the university-approved lists.
Program Options
Child Programs option: 21.5 credits
| HD FS 103X Professional Principles and Ethics | arr † | |
| HD FS 224 | Development in Young Children: Birth through Age 8 | arr † |
| HD FS 240 | Literature for Children | arr † |
| HD FS 342 | Guidance and Group Management in Early Childhood | arr † |
| HD FS 344 | Programming for Children in Early Care and Education | arr † |
| H S 105 | First Aid and Emergency Care | arr † |
| SP ED 250 | Education of the Exceptional Learner in a Diverse Society | arr † |
| One of the following | arr † | |
| Housing and Consumer Issues | ||
| Family Communications and Relationships | ||
| Personal and Family Finance | ||
| Housing and Services for Families and Children | ||
| Death as a Part of Living | ||
| Family Interaction Dynamics | ||
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Youth Programs option: 21.5 credits
| HD FS 103X Professional Principles and Ethics | arr † | |
| HD FS 226 | Development and Guidance in Middle Childhood | arr † |
| HD FS 227 | Adolescent Development | arr † |
| HD FS 270 | Family Communications and Relationships | arr † |
| HD FS 276 | Human Sexuality | arr † |
| HD FS 479 | Family Interaction Dynamics | arr † |
| SP ED 250 | Education of the Exceptional Learner in a Diverse Society | arr † |
| or HD FS 360 | Housing and Services for Families and Children | |
| One of the following | arr † | |
| Housing and Consumer Issues | ||
| Personal and Family Finance | ||
| Death as a Part of Living | ||
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Adult and Family Programs: 21.5 credits
| HD FS 103X or HD FS 105X | arr † | |
| HD FS 234 | Young Adulthood and Midlife Development | arr † |
| HD FS 270 | Family Communications and Relationships | arr † |
| HD FS 276 | Human Sexuality | arr † |
| HD FS 377 | Aging and the Family | arr † |
| HD FS 479 | Family Interaction Dynamics | arr † |
| HD FS 360 | Housing and Services for Families and Children | arr † |
| or HD FS 463 | Environments for the Aging | |
| One of the following | arr † | |
| Housing and Consumer Issues | ||
| Personal and Family Finance | ||
| Housing Finance and Policy | ||
| Death as a Part of Living | ||
| Retirement Contexts and Planning | ||
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Curriculum in Early Childhood Education— Unified
The curriculum in early childhood education-unified (ECE) is planned for students preparing to teach young children and work with their families. This program leads to careers in working with young children (both those who are typically developing and those with special needs) from birth through thrid grade. Graduates in this curriculum may teach in early childhood (preschool and primary) classrooms and home based programs, with emphasis on inclusive services. Graduates may be employed by either public or private agencies or schools. This curriculum has been approved by the Iowa Department of Education and meets the requirements for the early childhood education-unified teacher license. The program is an interdepartmental major administered by the Department of Curriculum and Instruction and the Department of Human Development and Family Studies within the College of Human Sciences.
Early childhood education majors must satisfy a world languages requirement for graduation (see below for more information on the world languages requirement).
Students in early childhood education – unified must apply and be accepted into the teacher education program prior to enrolling in advanced courses. All early childhood education-unified students, including those seeking a double major, must meet general education requirements for teacher licensure. Iowa State University is in compliance with the Iowa Department of Education's mandate for a performance-based system of teacher training. The state of Iowa has developed and implemented a competency system to evaluate the performance of all teachers. A detailed list of the twelve Teacher Education Standards along with other information about the University Teacher Education Program, can be found at www.teacher.hs.iastate.edu.
Additional information is also available from the student’s academic advisor. Students in early childhood education – unified must meet the performance outcome standards for teacher licensure. Standards are assessed in coursework through artifacts such as assignments, projects, or practicum participation. These standards assessments are based on the early childhood content standards for endorsement 100 in the State of Iowa. These include competencies in (1) child growth, development, and learning, (2) developmentally appropriate learning environment and curriculum implementation, (3) health, safety, and nutrition, (4) family and community collaboration, and (5) professionalism. Pre-student teaching field experiences and student teaching experiences in at least two different settings is required. Students will receive both formative and summative evaluations of their progress toward meeting these outcomes throughout their program at Iowa State University
World Language and Culture Requirements
Early childhood education – unified majors must satisfy a graduation requirement equivalent to the first year of university-level study in one world language (normally, completion of a two-semester sequence in any one world language). The requirement may be met by completion of three or more years of high school study in one world language.
Students who have completed three or more years of French, German, or Spanish in high school may not receive graded credit for 101/102 in those languages; test-out credit (T credit) may be obtained by passing an appropriate examination or by completing an advanced sequence (200-level or higher) in that language. If these students choose to take 101-102 on a remedial basis, they will be graded S-F.
Degree Requirements
126 total credits required
Communications and Library: 10 credits
| ENGL 150 | Critical Thinking and Communication ** | arr † |
| ENGL 250 | Written, Oral, Visual, and Electronic Composition ** | arr † |
| LIB 160 | Information Literacy | arr † |
| Communication course from approved ECE list | arr † | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
**Must receive a "C" or above
Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Health: 14 credits
| MATH 195 | Mathematics for Elementary Education I ** | arr † |
| MATH 196 | Mathematics for Elementary Education II ** | arr † |
| H S 105 | First Aid and Emergency Care | arr † |
| Physical Sciences course from approved ECE list | arr † | |
| Biological Sciences course from approved ECE list | arr † | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
**Must receive a "C-" or above
Social Sciences: 9 credits
| HD FS 102 | Individual and Family Life Development | arr † |
| One of the following: | arr † | |
| Survey of United States History I | ||
| Survey of United States History II | ||
| Introduction to American Government | ||
| Social Sciences course from approved ECE list | arr † | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Humanities: 9 credits
| Humanities courses from approved ECE list + | arr † | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
+Must meet World Languages and Culture requirement
Human development and family studies: 3.5 credits
| HD FS 103X Professional Principles and Ethics | arr † | |
| HD FS 224 | Development in Young Children: Birth through Age 8 ** | arr † |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
**Must receive a "C" or above
Orientation: 2 credits
| HD FS 110 | Freshman Learning Community Orientation | arr † |
| HD FS 208 | Early Childhood Education Orientation | arr † |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Professional education core: 15 credits
| C I 201 | Learning Technologies in the PK-6 Classroom ** | arr † |
| C I 204 | Social Foundations of Education in the United States ** | arr † |
| SP ED 250 | Education of the Exceptional Learner in a Diverse Society ** | arr † |
| C I 332 | Educational Psychology of Young Learners ** | arr † |
| C I 406 | Multicultural Foundations of School and Society: Introduction ** | arr † |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
**Must receive a "C" or above
Preprimary inclusive: 24 credits
| HD FS 240 | Literature for Children ** | arr † |
| HD FS 340 | Assessment and Curricula: Ages Birth through 2 Years ** | arr † |
| HD FS 342 | Guidance and Group Management in Early Childhood ** | arr † |
| HD FS 343 | Assessment and Programming: Ages 3 through 6 Years ** | arr † |
| HD FS 345 | Adapting Programming in Inclusive Settings ** | arr † |
| HD FS 455 | Curricula for Ages 3 through 6 Years ** | arr † |
| HD FS 456 | Building Partnerships and Engaging Families ** | arr † |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
**Must receive a "C" or above
Primary inclusive: 21 credits
| C I 245 | Strategies in Teaching ** | arr † |
| C I 268 | Strategies Practicum | arr † |
| C I 377 | The Teaching of Reading and Language Arts in the Primary Grades (K-3) ** | arr † |
| SP ED 368 | Teaching in Inclusive Primary Settings ** | arr † |
| C I 468F | Primary Grades, Literacy, Inclusive. Cr. 1 | arr † |
| C I 433 | Teaching Social Studies in the Primary Grades ** | arr † |
| SP ED 355 | Classroom Assessment in Inclusive Primary Settings ** | arr † |
| C I 438 | Teaching Mathematics in the Primary Grades ** | arr † |
| C I 439 | Teaching Science in the Primary Grades ** | arr † |
| C I 468G | Primary Grades, Mathematics, Inclusive. Cr. 1 | arr † |
| C I 468I | Cr. 2 | arr † |
| SP ED 455 | Instructional Methods for Inclusive Primary Settings ** | arr † |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
**Must receive a "C" or above
Student teaching**: 16.5 credits
| 8 credits: | arr † | |
| Primary grades (K-3). | ||
| HD FS 417C | Early Childhood Special Education Programs. F.S. ** | arr † |
| HD FS 418X | arr † | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
**Must receive a "C" or above
Electives: 1-3 credits to equal 126 total credits
Total Credits: 126
U.S. Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement:
Students in Early Childhood Education – Unified fulfill the U.S. Diversity with SP ED 250 or HD FS 240. International Perspectives Requirements are met by choosing three credits of coursework from university-approved Humanities and Social Sciences included on the ECE approved options sheet.
Curriculum in Family Finance, Housing, and Policy
Administered by the Department of Human Development and Family Studies. Leading to the degree bachelor of science.
The family finance, housing, and policy curriculum prepares students for professional work related to financial and housing resource management and policy analysis. The program focuses on financial resource management, housing services and administration, and family policy issues pertinent to children, adults, and families. Graduates of the program are prepared for employment within the public and private sector as financial counselors and planners, insurance agents, loan officers, mortgage originators, government housing authority administrators, housing advocates, housing planners, real-estate agents, non-profit agency administrators, policy analysts and lobbyists, property managers, and consumer credit and financial aid counselors. Family finance, housing, and policy majors also are prepared to enter graduate programs in family policy and family financial planning.
A minor in Family Finance, Housing and Policy is available; see requirements under Human Development and Family Studies Courses and Programs.
Total credits required: 120
Communications and Library: 13 credits
| ENGL 150 | Critical Thinking and Communication | arr † |
| ENGL 250 | Written, Oral, Visual, and Electronic Composition | arr † |
| One of the following: | arr † | |
| Fundamentals of Public Speaking | ||
| Introduction to Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Conflict Management | ||
| LIB 160 | Information Literacy | arr † |
| One of the following | arr † | |
| Business Communication | ||
| Report and Proposal Writing | ||
| Technical Communication | ||
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Natural Sciences and Mathematical Disciplines: 10 credits
| STAT 101 | Principles of Statistics | arr † |
| Computer Science course from approved HD FS list | arr † | |
| ACCT 284 | Financial Accounting required for Financial Planning Emphasis | arr † |
or MATH, STAT, or Natural Sciences course from approved HD FS list | ||
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Social Sciences: 9 credits
| ECON 101 | Principles of Microeconomics | arr † |
| SOC 134 | Introduction to Sociology | arr † |
| ANTHR, ECON, POL S, PSYCH, or SOC course | arr † | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Humanities: 9 credits
| Humanities course from approved HD FS list | arr † | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
HD FS orientation: 1 credit
| HD FS 110 | Freshman Learning Community Orientation | arr † |
| or HD FS 111 | Orientation | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Human development and family studies core: 20-21 credits
| HD FS 102 | Individual and Family Life Development | arr † |
| HD FS 269 | Research in Human Development and Family Studies | arr † |
| HD FS 449 | Linking Families and Communities | arr † |
| HD FS 491 | Internship | arr † |
| HD FS course from outside of major | arr † | |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Family finance, housing, and policy core: 13 credits
| HD FS 283 | Personal and Family Finance | arr † |
| HD FS 341 | Housing Finance and Policy | arr † |
| HD FS 483 | Advanced Personal and Family Finance | arr † |
| HD FS 489 | Financial Counseling | arr † |
| HD FS 489L | Financial Counseling Laboratory | arr † |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
Emphasis: 18-19 credits
Choose an emphasis of Financial Counseling, Financial Planning or Family Finance and Housing Studies, see below for curriculum.
Electives: 27-29 credits as needed to equal 120 total credits
Courses from accounting, architecture, art, and design, community and regional planning, economics, family and consumer sciences education, finance, gerontology, interior design, journalism, management, marketing, political science, psychology, and sociology are suggested.
Total credits: 120 credits
U.S. Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement: Students fulfill the U.S. Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement by choosing three credits of coursework from each of the university-approved lists.
Emphasis 1: Financial Counseling (AFC exam ready): 18 credits
| HD FS 239 | Housing and Consumer Issues | arr † |
| HD FS 249 | Parenting and Family Diversity Issues | arr † |
| HD FS 270 | Family Communications and Relationships | arr † |
| HD FS 360 | Housing and Services for Families and Children | arr † |
| HD FS 377 | Aging and the Family | arr † |
| HD FS 395 | Children, Families, and Public Policy | arr † |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
OR
Emphasis 2: Financial Planning (CFP exam ready): 19 credits
| HD FS 378 | Retirement Contexts and Planning | arr † |
| HD FS 488 | Families in the Economy | arr † |
| HD FS 484X | arr † | |
| HD FS 485X | arr † | |
| ACCT 301 | The Accounting Cycle | arr † |
| ACCT 485 | Principles of Federal Income Tax | arr † |
| FIN 361 | Personal Risk Management and Insurance | arr † |
| Total Credits | 0 † | |
| † Arranged with instructor. | ||
OR
Emphasis 3: Family Finance and Housing Studies: 18 credits
| Select 18 credits from Emphasis 1 and Emphasis 2 | ||
Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
HD FS 102. Individual and Family Life Development.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.SS.
Development of individuals, families, and their reciprocal relationships as affected by external factors; examined within a framework of life-span developmental tasks.
HD FS 110. Freshman Learning Community Orientation.
(1-0) Cr. 1.
F.
Prereq: Membership in HD FS Learning Community
Introduction to the Department of Human Development and Family Studies including academic requirements and opportunities, strategies for transitioning to college, learning and study strategies, reading and reflection, and career awareness.
HD FS 111. Orientation.
(1-0) Cr. 1.
Orientation to HD FS curricula. Development of a long-term curriculum plan.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 183. Personal Finance in Early Adulthood.
(1-0) Cr. 1.
F.S.
Introduction to basic concepts and budgeting practices for management of resources and prevention of financial problems commonly associated with college, including credit and student loans.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 208. Early Childhood Education Orientation.
(Cross-listed with C I). Cr. 1.
F.S.
Overview of early childhood education (birth-grade 3) teacher licensure requirements. Program planning and university procedures. Required of all students majoring in early childhood education.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 218. Professional Orientation and Service Learning.
Cr. 2.
F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 102
Restricted to CH FS majors. Ethics, professional development, and career exploration in child, adult and family services. Visits to and service learning with programs that serve children, adults and families with diverse needs. Participation in service learning project required.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 224. Development in Young Children: Birth through Age 8.
(3-1) Cr. 3.
F.S.Alt. SS., offered 2012.
Prereq: HD FS 102
Learning, growth, and development (typical and atypical) of children from birth through age eight. Explores importance of family, programs, and a diverse society. Strategies for observing, recording, and interpreting children?s cognitive, communication, motor, social, and emotional development. Practicum.
HD FS 226. Development and Guidance in Middle Childhood.
(2-2) Cr. 3.
F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 102 or PSYCH 230
Typical and atypical development from 5 to 12 years of age. Development in the contexts of family, school, and society. Guidance of children in family and group settings; practicum.
HD FS 227. Adolescent Development.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
Prereq: HD FS 102 or PSYCH 101 or PSYCH 230
Physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development of adolescents and young adults in the context of family, relationships, and culture.
HD FS 234. Young Adulthood and Midlife Development.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
Prereq: HD FS 102
Introductory exploration of the health, individual and social factors associated with adult development including young adulthood thru middle age. Information is presented from a life-span developmental framework.
HD FS 239. Housing and Consumer Issues.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
Introduction to factors affecting housing consumption of individuals and families, including current housing consumer issues related to housing choices, housing context of neighborhoods and communities, housing structure types, and credit and housing finance. Issues such as homelessness, housing discrimination, indoor air quality, accessible design.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
HD FS 240. Literature for Children.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.
Evaluation of literature for children. Roles of literature in the total development of children. Literature selection and use.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
HD FS 249. Parenting and Family Diversity Issues.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.
Parenting practices and family relationships across the lifespan. Practical knowledge and techniques about how to be an effective parent. Diverse families, discipline, and parent education programs.
HD FS 269. Research in Human Development and Family Studies.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 102 or PSYCH 230
Understanding and evaluating research. Use of primary and secondary data to identify and study problems related to human development and family issues, including finance and housing. An introduction to statistical concepts and computer analysis. Research participation.
HD FS 270. Family Communications and Relationships.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.Alt. SS., offered 2013.
Prereq: HD FS 102 or PSYCH 230
Introduction to and application of family theories. Family communication and its functions to develop, maintain, enrich and limit family relationships. Communication and ethical considerations when working with families.
HD FS 276. Human Sexuality.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.SS.
Behavioral, biological, and psychological aspects of human sexuality within the social context of family, culture, and society. Role of sexuality in human development. Critical analysis of media and research. Communication and decision-making skills relating to sexuality issues and relationships.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
HD FS 283. Personal and Family Finance.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.SS.
Introduction to basic principles of personal and family finance. Budgeting, record keeping, checking and savings accounts, consumer credit, insurance, investments, and taxes.
HD FS 317. Field Experiences.
Cr. 1-6.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Consult department office for procedure. Supervised field experience in human development and family studies programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 317A. Early Childhood Education Programs..
Cr. 1-6.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: HD FS 343.
Consult department office for procedure. Supervised field experience in human development and family studies programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 317B. Family Services Programs..
Cr. 1-6.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in HD FS.
Consult department office for procedure. Supervised field experience in human development and family studies programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 317C. Early Childhood Special Education Programs..
Cr. 1-6.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: HD FS 220, HD FS 221.
Consult department office for procedure. Supervised field experience in human development and family studies programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 317D. School-Age Child Care Programs..
Cr. 1-6.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: HD FS 226.
Consult department office for procedure. Supervised field experience in human development and family studies programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 317E. Infant/Toddler Programs..
Cr. 1-6.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: HD FS 340.
Consult department office for procedure. Supervised field experience in human development and family studies programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 317F. Research..
Cr. 1-6.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: HD FS 269.
Consult department office for procedure. Supervised field experience in human development and family studies programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 317G. Family Finance Programs..
Cr. 1-6.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: HD FS 269.
Consult department office for procedure. Supervised field experience in human development and family studies programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 317K. Housing Programs..
Cr. 1-6.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: HD FS 269.
Consult department office for procedure. Supervised field experience in human development and family studies programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 317L. Policy Programs..
Cr. 1-6.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: HD FS 269.
Consult department office for procedure. Supervised field experience in human development and family studies programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 340. Assessment and Curricula: Ages Birth through 2 Years.
(3-3) Cr. 4.
F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 224
Assessment strategies for infants and toddlers, including those with special needs. Curricula, learning environments, teaching strategies, health and nutritional practices, and schedules that are developmentally, individually, and culturally appropriate. Using assessment to plan, implement, and evaluate activities to promote physical, motor, cognitive, communication, and social emotional development; practicum.
HD FS 341. Housing Finance and Policy.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
Prereq: 6 credits in social sciences
The social, economic, and governmental contexts of housing and financial decision-making at the household level. Financial considerations for residential property management.
HD FS 342. Guidance and Group Management in Early Childhood.
(2-2) Cr. 3.
F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 224, HDFS 343 or HD FS 344
Guiding prosocial development, self-regulation, and task engagement of children birth to age 8. Focus is on promoting prosocial behaviors through supportive relationships and environments within diverse home, center, or school settings. Functional behavior assessment and ongoing progress monitoring for targeted and intensive interventions. Practicum.
HD FS 343. Assessment and Programming: Ages 3 through 6 Years.
(3-3) Cr. 4.
F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 224; HD FS 240; HD FS 269 or PSYCH 332 or PSYCH 333
Assessment strategies for preschool and kindergarten children, including those with special needs. Learning environments, schedules, activities, nutritional practices, and teaching strategies that are developmentally, individually, and culturally appropriate. Using assessment to plan, implement, and evaluate activities to promote physical motor, cognitive, communication, and social emotional development; practicum.
HD FS 344. Programming for Children in Early Care and Education.
(3-3) Cr. 4.
S.
Prereq: HD FS 224
Programming in inclusive child care centers and family child care homes, including those with special needs, aged birth through 8 years. Developing, implementing, and evaluating learning environments; activities and materials; behavioral guidance and classroom management practices; health and nutritional practices; and schedules to ensure developmental, individual, and cultural appropriateness. Monitoring children s development and behavior to promote physical, motor, cognitive, communication, and social emotional development. Collaborating effectively with parents and staff.
HD FS 345. Adapting Programming in Inclusive Settings.
(3-1) Cr. 3.
F.S.
Prereq: Credit or concurrent enrollment in HD FS 340 or HD FS 343; SP ED 250
Adapting instruction, materials, and equipment to meet developmental needs of young children birth through age 8 with diverse learning needs and multiple disabilities in inclusive settings. Addressing individualized education programs; special health care needs, challenging behavior, and positioning and handling techniques; practicum.
HD FS 360. Housing and Services for Families and Children.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
Prereq: 6 credits in social sciences
Approaches to and assessment of housing and services that assist those with special needs including those with disabilities, low-income, children at risk, single-parents, and the homeless. Emphasis on community settings; e.g., residential facilities, group housing, shelters and transitional housing.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
HD FS 367. Abuse and Illness in Families.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.Alt. SS., offered 2012.
Prereq: HD FS 102 or PSYCH 230; HD FS 270
Causes and consequences of family stressors including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; substance abuse; and mental and physical illness across the life span. Interplay between victims, offenders, and the treatment system.
HD FS 373. Death as a Part of Living.
(Cross-listed with GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.Alt. SS., offered 2012.
Prereq: HD FS 102
Consideration of death in the life span of the individual and the family with opportunity for exploration of personal and societal attitudes.
HD FS 377. Aging and the Family.
(Cross-listed with GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
F.Alt. SS., offered 2013.
Prereq: HD FS 102
Interchanges of the aged and their families. Emphasis on role changes, social interaction, and independence as influenced by health, finances, life styles, and community development.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
HD FS 378. Retirement Contexts and Planning.
(Cross-listed with ECON, GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
Prereq: 3 credits in Principles of Economics and 3 credits in Human Development and Family Studies
Economic well-being in the context of demographic change, the present and future of social security, family retirement needs analysis, investment strategies and characteristics of retirement plans, helping others to work towards financial security, family economic issues for retired persons.
HD FS 395. Children, Families, and Public Policy.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.Alt. SS., offered 2013.
Prereq: 6 credits in social sciences
Public policy and politics as they affect children and families. Examination of how individuals and groups influence policy. Investigation of current issues and programs influencing the well-being and welfare of children and families.
HD FS 416. Human Development and Family Studies Seminar.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 8 credits in human development and family studies
Intensive study of a selected topic in human development and family studies.
HD FS 417. Supervised Student Teaching.
Cr. 8.
Repeatable.
Prereq: Reservation required
HD FS 417C. Early Childhood Special Education Programs. F.S..
Cr. 8.
Repeatable.
Prereq: GPA 2.5, full admission to teacher education program, HD FS 455; HD FS 456. Teaching experience with preschool children with disabilities.
HD FS 418B. Student Teaching Discussion and Reflection.
(0.5-0) Cr. 0.5.
Prereq: Taken concurrently with HD FS 417
Supervision and discussion of HD FS 417 student teaching field experience.
HD FS 449. Linking Families and Communities.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 269 or PSYCH 332 or PSYCH 333; senior classification
Assessing family needs and community resources across the lifespan. Characteristics of successful community-based family intervention and support programs. Strategies and skills needed by community-based professionals, including grant writing skills. Linking families to community resources.
Nonmajor graduate credit.
HD FS 455. Curricula for Ages 3 through 6 Years.
(3-3) Cr. 4.
F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 343, HD FS 345, SP ED 355 and SP ED 455
Program models and methods leading to development and organization of appropriate curricula in preschool and kindergarten programs for young children with diverse learning needs. Government regulations and professional standards for child programming. Teaming with parents, colleagues, and paraprofessionals to plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally and culturally appropriate individualized education plans in inclusive settings; practicum.
Nonmajor graduate credit.
HD FS 456. Building Partnerships and Engaging Families.
(3-1) Cr. 3.
F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 340,HD FS 345
Family systems and the application of family centered principles in early intervention and home-based services. Impact of disability on families with young children and strategies for delivering family-centered interventions and service coordination. Understanding and measuring family outcomes of early intervention. Understanding foundations of theory and policy, establishing effective partnerships, and building family capacity through effective supports and services. Experiences with families.
Nonmajor graduate credit.
HD FS 463. Environments for the Aging.
(Dual-listed with 563). (Cross-listed with ARTID, GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
Prereq: HD FS 360 or 3 credits in housing, architecture, interior design, rehabilitation, psychology, or human development and family studies
Emphasis on independent living within residential settings including specialized shelter, supportive services, and housing management. Application of criteria appropriate for accessibility and functional performance of activities; universal design principles. Creative project provides service learning opportunities.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
HD FS 479. Family Interaction Dynamics.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
Prereq: HD FS 102 or equivalent; HD FS 269 or equivalent; 9 hours in social sciences; junior or senior status
Analysis of research related to family interaction processes across the family life span. Emphasis on relationship dynamics and cultural differences.
Nonmajor graduate credit.
HD FS 483. Advanced Personal and Family Finance.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
Prereq: HD FS 283
Investigate the financial planning process, client/planner interactions, time value of money applications as well as analyses of ethics review, financial statements, cash flow and debt management, education planning, retirement planning, tax planning, and estate planning needs of families.
Nonmajor graduate credit.
HD FS 486. Administration of Programs for Children, Adults and Families.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.S.
Prereq: Junior classification; 6 credits in HD FS at 300 level and above
Examination of purpose, policies, staffing, operations, and clientele of organizations serving children, adults and families with diverse needs. Management/leadership principles and techniques, including an introduction to financial management involved. Administrators/supervisors role in staff hiring, supervision, evaluation and development, as well as program evaluation, goal setting, strategic planning, and advocacy will be explored.,.
HD FS 488. Families in the Economy.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
Prereq: HD FS 283
Analysis of the family as an economic unit in society. Structure and composition of the family. Patterns of resource use and activities pursued by the family. Family economic transitions such as marriage, divorce, and childbirth.
Nonmajor graduate credit.
HD FS 489. Financial Counseling.
(Dual-listed with 589). (3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
Prereq: HD FS 283
Personal, social/psychological, and legal climates affecting family financial decisions. A life-cycle approach to financial decision-making. Development of financial counseling and planning skills to assist families and individuals to become self-sufficient in family financial management.
Nonmajor graduate credit.
HD FS 489L. Financial Counseling Laboratory.
(Dual-listed with 589L). (0-2) Cr. 1-4.
Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Instructor permission
Practical experience in remedial, preventative, and productive approaches to both financial and housing counseling in one-on-one and/or group settings.
HD FS 490. Independent Study.
Cr. arr.
Prereq: 6 credits in human development and family studies
Consult department office for procedure.
HD FS 490A. Child and Family Studies.
Cr. arr.
Prereq: 6 credits in human development and family studies
Consult department office for procedure.
HD FS 490B. Housing.
Cr. arr.
Prereq: 6 credits in human development and family studies
Consult department office for procedure.
HD FS 490C. Family Finance.
Cr. arr.
Prereq: 6 credits in human development and family studies
Consult department office for procedure.
HD FS 490F. Early Childhood Education.
Cr. arr.
Prereq: 6 credits in human development and family studies
Consult department office for procedure.
HD FS 490G. Early Childhood Special Education.
Cr. arr.
Prereq: 6 credits in human development and family studies
Consult department office for procedure.
HD FS 490H. Honors.
Cr. arr.
Prereq: 6 credits in human development and family studies
Consult department office for procedure.
HD FS 490I. Human Development and Family Studies.
Cr. arr.
Prereq: 6 credits in human development and family studies
Consult department office for procedure.
HD FS 490L. Policy Programs..
Cr. arr.
Prereq: 6 credits in human development and family studies
Consult department office for procedure.
HD FS 491. Internship.
Cr. 4-9.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: HD FS 449; permission of instructor; senior classification
Reservation required one semester before placement; minimum 2.0 GPA. Supervised work experience related to the student's curriculum.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 493. Workshop.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Senior classification
(Dual-listed with 593).
HD FS 499. Research.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Consult department office for procedures.
Supervised research experience.
Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:
HD FS 501. Graduate Study Orientation.
(1-0) Cr. R.
F.
Prereq: Admission to HDFS Graduate program
Orientation to graduate study, professional development and the field of human development and family studies.
HD FS 503. Quantitative Research Methodology.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
Prereq: STAT 401 or RESEV 553, concurrent enrollment in HD FS 505
Concepts, methods, and strategies for research in human development and family studies. Topics include the nature of scientific research, measurement, types of research in human development and family studies, validity of research designs, methods of data gathering, and strategies for and issues in the study of change.
HD FS 504. Qualitative Research Methods I.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
Prereq: 9 credits of social sciences
Introduction to qualitative research methodology. Application of fieldwork methods, analysis, interpretation, and writing through individual qualitative research projects.
HD FS 505. Application of Quantitative Research Methodology.
(1-2) Cr. 2.
S.
Prereq: STAT 401 or RESEV 553, concurrent enrollment in HD FS 503
Coding, entry and manipulation of research data. Practical applications with interactive statistical software.
HD FS 510. Theories of Human Development.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits of social sciences
Theoretical approaches and current research in child, adolescent, and adult development. Individual life span perspectives. Policy implications.
HD FS 511. Family Theory.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
Prereq: 9 credits in social sciences
Theoretical approaches and current research in family development. Review the nature and value of theory to the study of the family and evaluate the use of theory in empirical research. Policy implications.
HD FS 521. Community Context of Individual and Family Well-being.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2012.
Prereq: Graduate classification; HD FS 511 or 6 credits in social sciences
Impact of community contextual influences on human development and families. Analysis of conceptual frameworks, methodological approaches, and current research. Socio-psychological and economic impact of housing and community on children and families.
HD FS 525. Theories and Research in Early Childhood Education.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. F., offered 2013.
Prereq: HD FS 510 or 6 credits in social sciences
Analysis of contemporary and historical models, including early intervention programs. Examination of relationships among physical environment, programming, teacher effectiveness, and child outcomes.
HD FS 530. Perspectives in Gerontology.
(Cross-listed with GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
WWW only. Overview of current aging issues including theory and research, critical social and political issues in aging, the interdisciplinary focus of gerontology, career opportunities, and aging in the future.
HD FS 534. Adult Development.
(Cross-listed with GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
F: on campus. S: WWW only. Exploration of the biological, psychological and social factors associated with aging. Although the focus is on the later years, information is presented from a life-span developmental framework. Empirical studies are reviewed and their strengths, limitations and implications for normative and optimal functioning are discussed.
HD FS 538. Developmental Disabilities in Children.
(Cross-listed with PSYCH). (3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. F., offered 2011.
Prereq: 9 credits in human development and family studies or psychology
Theories, research, and current issues regarding development in children with disabilities. Investigation of interventions with children and families. WWW only.
HD FS 541. Housing and Real Estate in Family Financial Planning.
(Cross-listed with FFP). (3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. SS., offered 2012.
WWW only. The role of housing and real estate in the family financial planning process, including taxation, mortgages, financial calculations, legal concerns, and ethical issues related to home ownership and real estate investments. Emphasis on emerging issues in the context of housing and real estate.
HD FS 545. Economics, Public Policy, and Aging.
(Cross-listed with GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. F., offered 2012.
WWW only. Policy development in the context of the economic status of the older adult population. Retirement planning and the retirement decisions; social security and public transfer programs; intra-family transfers to/from the aged; private pensions; financing medical care; prospects and issues for the future.
HD FS 548. Parent Education.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2013.
Prereq: HD FS 510 or HD FS 511 or 6 credits in social sciences
Needs assessments, models, delivery systems, and evaluation procedures used in parent education programs for families with diverse needs, including single parents, adolescent parents, and parents of children with developmental disabilities. Developmental aspects of parenting. Effects of values, family structures, family goals, and parenting styles on parent education.
HD FS 555. Current Issues in ECSE.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. F., offered 2012.
Prereq: 9 credits in social sciences
WWW only. Examination of research and current issues in early childhood special education with special emphasis on inclusion, activity-based intervention, and developmentally appropriate programming. Emphasis on continuum of strategies to embed learning opportunities that promote physical, language, cognitive, and social development.
HD FS 556. Families and Disability Across the Lifespan.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2013.
Prereq: 9 credits in social sciences
Review of research, policy, and practice regarding regarding families of children with a disability. Educational, environmental, economic, and social issues faced by families. Communication and consultation skills to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary professionals and families to implement individualized family and educational programs.,.
HD FS 563. Environments for the Aging.
(Dual-listed with 463). (Cross-listed with ARTID, GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
Prereq: HD FS 360 or 3 credits in housing, architecture, interior design, rehabilitation, psychology, or human development and family studies
Emphasis on independent living within residential settings including specialized shelter, supportive services and housing management. Application of criteria appropriate for accessibility and functional performance of activities; universal design principles. Creative project provides service learning opportunities.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
HD FS 566. Impact of Public Policy on the Family.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2013.
Prereq: 9 credits in social sciences
Explores current, enduring, and some controversial family policies and programs. Examines the effect of public policies on families and children, especially those at risk. Describes work roles in family policy and the interaction of family researchers and policymakers.
HD FS 567. Family Stress, Abuse, and Illness.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. F., offered 2013.
Prereq: 9 credits in social sciences
Contemporary theory and research on the causes and consequences of family stressors including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; substance abuse; and mental and physical illness across the life span. Interplay between victims, offenders, and the treatment system. Identification of barriers to services and supports and exploration of approaches to assist families in overcoming these barriers.
HD FS 568. Developmental Assessment.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2012.
Prereq: HD FS 510
Techniques assessing cognitive, language, motor, emotional and social skills of children in school, home and community settings using criterion-referenced, norm-referenced, and curriculum- based tests and screening tools. Techniques for interviewing families and including them in assessment. Opportunities to practice using different assessments.
HD FS 575. Cross-cultural Perspectives on Families and Children.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2012.
Prereq: 6 credits in social sciences
Review of methods and findings on cultural influences on the development of children and youth and on family life. Comparison of child rearing practices, family roles, values, and traditions in different cultures.,.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
HD FS 577. Aging in the Family Setting.
(Cross-listed with GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
Prereq: 9 credits in social sciences
Alt. S., offered 2012: on campus. Alt. S. offered 2013: WWW only. Theories and research related to personal and family adjustments in later life affecting older persons and their intergenerational relationships. Related issues including demographics also are examined through the use of current literature.
HD FS 579. Family Interaction Dynamics.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2013.
Prereq: 9 credits in social sciences
Current research and theory in family interaction, with emphasis on family dynamics and family change across the life course.
HD FS 581. International Study in Human Development and Family Studies.
Cr. 1-12.
Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission by application
Limited enrollment. Supervised international study experiences in Human Development and Family Studies. Countries vary.
HD FS 581A. Practicum.
Cr. 1-12.
Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission by application
Limited enrollment. Supervised international study experiences in Human Development and Family Studies. Countries vary.
HD FS 581B. Exchange.
Cr. 1-12.
Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission by application
Limited enrollment. Supervised international study experiences in Human Development and Family Studies. Countries vary.
HD FS 581C. Group Study.
Cr. 1-12.
Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission by application
Limited enrollment. Supervised international study experiences in Human Development and Family Studies. Countries vary.
HD FS 583. Investing for the Family's Future.
(Cross-listed with FFP). (3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
Prereq: HD FS 483
WWW only. Evaluation of investment markets for the household. Analysis of how families choose where to put their savings. Emphasis is on using the family's overall financial and economic goals to help inform investment choices.
HD FS 584. Program Evaluation and Research Methods in Gerontology.
(Cross-listed with GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. SS., offered 2012.
WWW only. Overview of program evaluation, research methods, and grant writing in gerontology. Includes application of quantitative and qualitative methods in professional settings.
HD FS 585. Family Policy Analysis and Evaluation.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. F., offered 2012.
Prereq: 6 credits in graduate level social sciences
Theoretical and practical issues related to family policy analysis and program evaluation. Assessment of programs' success in meeting goals. Examination of concepts related to family policy development in the United States. Examination of how individuals and groups can influence family policy and evaluation.
HD FS 588. Family Economics and Public Policy.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. F., offered 2013.
Prereq: 6 credits in sociology or economics
Analysis of family income, wealth, and economic well-being. Emphasis on effects of family behavior and public policies on the adequacy and security of income across the family life cycle. Implications of resource allocation within the family for adult and child well-being.
HD FS 589. Financial Counseling.
(Dual-listed with 489). (3-0) Cr. 3.
F.
Prereq: Graduate classification
Personal, social/psychological and legal climates affecting family financial decisions. A life cycle approach to financial decision making. Development of financial counseling and planning skills to assist families and individuals to become self-sufficient in family financial management.
HD FS 589L. Financial Counseling Laboratory.
(Dual-listed with 489L). (0-2) Cr. 1-4.
Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Instructor permission
Practical experience in remedial, preventive, and productive approaches to both financial and housing counseling in one-on-one and/or group settings.
HD FS 590. Special Topics.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Consult department office on procedure for filing a written plan of study.
HD FS 590I. Human Development and Family Studies.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Consult department office on procedure for filing a written plan of study.
HD FS 591. Internship.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 10 graduate credits
Supervised experience in an area of human development and family studies.
HD FS 591I. Human Development and Family Studies.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 10 graduate credits
Supervised experience in an area of human development and family studies.
HD FS 593. Workshop.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Senior classification
(Dual-listed with 493.).
HD FS 594. Professional Seminar in Gerontology.
(Cross-listed with GERON). (3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. SS., offered 2013.
WWW only. An integrative experience for gerontology students designed to be taken near the end of degree program. By applying knowledge gained in earlier coursework, students will strengthen skills in ethical decision-making behavior, applying these skills in gerontology-related areas such as advocacy, professionalism, and family and workplace issues. Students from a variety of professions will bring their unique perspectives to bear on topics of common interest.
Courses for graduate students:
HD FS 603. Advanced Quantitative Methods.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
Prereq: HD FS 503; STAT 402 or STAT 404
Methodological and analytical issues in research in human development and family studies. Advanced research design and measurement, selection of statistical techniques, and issues in the interpretation of findings.
HD FS 604. Advanced Qualitative Research.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
S.
Prereq: HD FS 503. Qualitative methods and related theory in human development and family studies
Research procedures, including phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case studies. Methods of data collection and analysis.
HD FS 605. Multi-level Modeling for Social and Behavioral Sciences.
(Cross-listed with PSYCH). (3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. F., offered 2013.
Prereq: STAT 404
Rationale for and interpretation of random coefficient models. Strategies for the analysis of multi-level and panel data including models for random intercepts, random slopes, and growth curves. Applications including HLM, SAS, PROCMIX, and MPLUS.
HD FS 616. Seminar.
Cr. arr.
May be repeated. F.S.SS.
HD FS 631. Learning and Cognitive Development in Children.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. F., offered 2012.
Prereq: HD FS 510
Theory and research emphasizing constructivist, Vygotskian, and information processing approaches to cognitive development. Concept, memory, and problem-solving development. Sources of individual differences in cognitive functioning of children and adolescents.
HD FS 632. Language and Literacy Development in Children.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2013.
Prereq: HD FS 510
Theory and research related to language and literacy development of children from birth to age 8. Exploration of the relationship between language and literacy development during the early childhood years. Discussion of current issues.
HD FS 633. Social and Emotional Development in Children.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2012.
Prereq: HD FS 510
Theory and research related to social and emotional development of infants, children, and adolescents. Dynamic socialization processes involving children, adolescents, parents, peers, and society.
HD FS 634. Adolescent Development.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2012.
Prereq: HD FS 510 or HD FS 511
Theory and research on physical-motor, intellectual-cognitive, and social-personality development from early to late adolescence. Sources of developmental and individual differences in identity formation and attainment.
HD FS 650. Advanced Family Policy Theory.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Alt. S., offered 2012.
Prereq: HD FS 588
Analysis of theories, research, and current issues related to family and household economics and policy. Emphasis on theory development and empirical analyses of macro and micro family economic problems. Future policy, economic and social trends, and their meaning for the family as an economic institution.
HD FS 690. Advanced Topics.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable.
Prereq: Permission of instructor and enrollment in Ph.D. program
HD FS 690I. Human Development and Family Studies.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable.
Prereq: Permission of instructor and enrollment in Ph.D. program
HD FS 691. Internship.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Supervised practice and experience in the following specified areas:.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 691A. College Teaching.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Supervised practice and experience in the following specified areas:.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 691B. Research.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Supervised practice and experience in the following specified areas:.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 691D. Professional Experience.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Supervised practice and experience in the following specified areas:.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 699. Research.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
HD FS 699I. Human Development and Family Studies.
Cr. arr.
Repeatable.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.