Degrees, Majors, and Certificates
Human Development and Family Studies
The program in human development and family studies involves the study of human behavior from two perspectives: how we develop over the life span from conception through aging, and how we function within the context of the family and other environmental influences. This multidisciplinary major prepares students for careers in the growing field of human and social services.
Special Opportunities
Students participate in required internships with faculty supervision and have other special opportunities, including a career class, individual research with faculty members, and involvement in service and professional organizations.
Graduate students in human development and family studies have the opportunity to work on research projects with faculty members and, in selected cases, to take on a more substantial role in designing and conducting research. Limited research funding is available on a competitive basis.
Careers
Graduates with a bachelor's degree can work in community services for children, youth, and women; mental health agencies; and agencies serving people who are aging and those with disabilities. Graduates can be employed in hospitals, schools, group homes, or nonprofit organizations. They can also work in human resources, customer service, and consumer relations for businesses. In addition, they have an excellent foundation for graduate and professional school where they can prepare to become social workers, counselors, occupational or physical therapists, nurses, or doctors.
In addition to the settings listed above, graduates with a master's degree can work in community colleges, in research facilities, and in management positions in a variety of human service fields.
Degree Programs
Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science
Master of Science in Applied Health Science
For more information, contact:
Department of Applied Health Science
School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation
Indiana University
HPER 116
1025 E. Seventh Street
Bloomington, IN 47401-7109
Phone: (812) 855-3627
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