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Child and Family Studies


Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Arts

The Child and Family Studies major focuses on human development within the context of families, communities, and the wider society, and an understanding of challenges and treatment options for families in distress. The major is interdisciplinary in nature, with a core foundation in psychology as well as perspectives from education and the social sciences.To successfully complete the Child and Family Studies major, the following coursework is required:

  • 42 credits of Major Requirements
  • 37 credits of Core Requirements
  • 41 credits of General Electives

    • This major cannot be doubled with a major or minor in Psychology.

    Major Requirements: 42 Credits

    CFST2010 Survey of the Helping Professions and Family Policy
    CFST3013 Couple Relationships: An Exploration of Diversity
    CFST4055 Senior Seminar
    EDSP2010 Introduction to High Incidence Disabilities
    PSYC1021 Introduction to Psychology
    PSYC2022 Child Development
    PSYC2040 Adolescence Psychology
    PSYC3011 Research Methods in Psychology
    PSYC3023 Abnormal Psychology
    PSYC3032 Psychology of Adulthood and Aging
    PSYC3040 Counseling Theories & Methods I
    PSYC3041 Counseling Theories & Methods II
    PSYC4051 Psychology Internship I
    PSYC4052 Psychology Internship II