A minor in Human Development and Family Science provides you with knowledge of key concepts underlying individual and family development across the life cycle that will complement your degree.
Who is minoring in HDFS?
Students across campus find our curriculum complementary to their major focus, including:
- Education
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Social Work
- Criminal Justice
- Communication Studies
Minor Coursework
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Required
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Required
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Elective You get to select 2 electives from one of our content areas. |
Elective You get to select 3 electives from one of our content areas. |
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See below for suggested elective options based on your major. You can review other options by clicking on the "Requirements" link on the right side-bar of this page. |
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Education
- HDFS 5130 or HDFS 5130S- Therapeutic Benefits of Play
- HDFS 4860 - Parent Education and Child Guidance
Psychology
- HDFS 5100 or HDFS 5100W - Family Intervention
Sociology
- HDFS 4610 or HDFS 4610E - The Family
Social Work
- HDFS 4330 - Diversity in Human Development and Family Systems
- HDFS 4880 or 4800S - Family Life Education Methodology
Criminal Justice
- HDFS 4130 - Family Perspectives in Policymaking (formerly Family Policy)
Communication Studies
Please note that substitutions will not be granted for required or elective courses.
Research Internship (5950) is not available for minors, but you may choose to participate in the Center for Undergraduate Research (CURO). Please visit the CURO website for additional information and review the required form.
Directed Studies (HDFS 3010) are available but will not count towards your minor coursework. If you are interested in learning more about Directed Studies, students should 1) talk to a faculty member about opportunities to learn more about a specific topic; 2) meet with their advisor; 3) complete the agreement form that includes a syllabus.