HDF - Human Development & Family Studies
Students explore evidence-based approaches to build optimal relationships with families and children based on Brazelton Touchpoints Center guiding principles. Prerequisites: 56 credit hours completed or graduate status. Recommended: One year experience working with children and families.
Credits
3(Spec)
Prerequisites
56 credits completed or graduate status.
Corequisites
None.
Examines the social emotional development of young children, prenatal to 5-years-old, and factors that influence their development. Emphasis is on high-risk populations. Prerequisites: HDF 302; HDF 303; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 302; HDF 303; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Analysis of goals, trends, methods and models of parent involvement with opportunities to plan programs for parents, and to work with parents in professional settings. Prerequisites:
HDF 307; one of
HDF 302,
HDF 303,
HDF 306; or Human Development and Family Studies graduate standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
HDF 307; one of HDF 302, HDF 303, HDF 306; or Human Development and Family Studies graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
The role of the early childhood program director as leader and architect of the work environment and climate.Prerequisites: HDF 302 or 303; or ECDL Block; or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 302 or HDF 303; or ECDL Block; or graduate status
Corequisites
None.
Through integration of theory, research, and practice, this course focuses on encouraging positive developmental outcomes and resilience in children and adolescents facing stressful life circumstances. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: Two of: HDF 302, HDF 303, HDF 306, HDF 307, HDF 308; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Two of: HDF 302, HDF 303, HDF 306, HDF 307, HDF 308; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Survey of professional literature pertaining to human sexuality. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: HDF/
WGS 213 or HSC 222; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF/WGS 213 or HSC 222; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Survey of professional literature related to the family. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
HDF 211 or
SOC 411; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 211 or SOC 411; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
A study of the tasks and transitions of the periods of the family life cycle from early adulthood through middle age. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
HDF 100 or
PSY 220;
HDF 211 or
SOC 411; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 100 or PSY 220; HDF 211 or SOC 411; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Analysis of changing philosophical conceptualizations of marriage and family, as reflected by emerging issues in marriage counseling and divorce. Prerequisites:
HDF 211.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 211
Corequisites
None.
This course provides a foundation in normal aging and then addresses the individual, family and institutional challenges of diagnosis, treatment and prevention of dementing illnesses. Prerequisites:
HDF 247 or
PSY 325 or
HSC 390.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 247 or PSY 325 or HSC 390
Corequisites
None.
Topics of special interest which are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topic will be listed on student’s transcript. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.
Credits
1-15(Spec)
Prerequisites
See Course Search and Registration
Corequisites
None.
This course introduces students to the foundational concepts and principles involved in theory, research, and practice with individuals and families across the lifespan.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Growth and development of normal children ages 0-8 years. Major developmental processes and their educational and social implications will be emphasized.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This course introduces students to historical and contemporary diversity and inclusion issues and models used in HDFS theorizing and practice. Prerequisite:
HDF 600.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 600
Corequisites
None.
Diverse backgrounds of families/individuals based on ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, class, and disabilities will be studied. Models to explore the diverse nature will be applied.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
The course teaches students how to locate, develop, and write grants applicable to research, non-profit agencies, and programs. Prerequisites:
HDF 602, 630.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 602, HDF 630
Corequisites
None.
Research and theory relating to the adolescent as a member of family and society. Prerequisite:
HDF 306.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
HDF 306
Corequisites
None.
This course explores contemporary issues and theory to understand and explain human development with an emphasis on the diversity of humans across the lifespan. Pre/Co-requisite:
HDF 600.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This course explores core issues in family studies and presents historical and contemporary theoretical frameworks used to understand and explain family life.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Study of the older adult in terms of the nutritional, social, consumer and familial aspects of development.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This course introduces students to the quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods used when conducting research within an interdisciplinary context in the human services. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. Recommended: An undergraduate course in research methods; an undergraduate course in statistics.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Course examines multidisciplinary gerontological theory and practice. Spans early disease models, successful aging, postmodern paradigms and implications for practice. Emphasizes relationship between theory and practice. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
graduate status.
Corequisites
None.
Course addresses the development of social policy in the context of population aging. Emphasizes analysis of current and long-term implications on policy decisions. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
graduate status.
Corequisites
None.
This course introduces students to the statistical data analyses within an interdisciplinary context in the human services. This course may be offered in an online format. Recommended: An undergraduate course in methods and statistics.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Applieddirected study course in which students work closely with a faculty mentor. Mentorship focuses on the development of teaching skills. Prerequisite: Admission to the graduate program in Human Development and Family Studies.
Credits
1(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the graduate program in Human Development and Family Studies
Corequisites
None.
Applied directed study course in which students work closely with a faculty mentor. Mentorship focuses on development of research skills. Prerequisite: Admission to the graduate program in Human Development and Family Studies.
Credits
1(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the graduate program in Human Development and Family Studies
Corequisites
None.
Applied directed study course in which students work closely with a faculty mentor. Mentorship focuses on the development of professional practice skills. Prerequisite: Admission to the graduate program in Human Development and Family Studies.
Credits
1(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the graduate program in Human Development and Family Studies
Corequisites
None.
This course presents a review and analysis of historical and contemporary services for children, adults, and families with a particular emphasis on skills and ethics. Prerequisite: Admission to the HDFS graduate program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the HDFS graduate program
Corequisites
None.
This course addresses advanced components of program development and evaluation in the human services field. Prerequisite: Admission to the HDFS graduate program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the HDFS graduate program
Corequisites
None.
This course is an initial practicum in the HDFS Master's Program and is a human services related occupational experience with supervision by individual faculty. Prerequisites:
HDF 600, completion of at least 12 credits in the HDFS graduate program.
Credits
3(Spec)
Prerequisites
HDF 600, completion of at least 12 credits in the HDFS graduate program
Corequisites
None.
This course is an advanced practicum in the HDFS Master's Program and is a human services related occupational experience with supervision by individual faculty. Prerequisite:
HDF 686.
Credits
3(Spec)
Prerequisites
HDF 686
Corequisites
None.
Topics of special interest which are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topic will be listed on student's transcript.
Credits
1-15(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Internship in one human development and family related occupation with supervision by individual faculty. CR/NC only. Prerequisite:
HDF 600, 9 hours of graduate level course credit and permission of instructor.
Credits
3(Spec)
Prerequisites
HDF 600, 9 hours of graduate level course credit and permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Student-initiated study in an area not covered in regular courses guided by faculty or faculty committee. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Credits
2-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Topics of special interest which are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topic will be listed on student's transcript.
Credits
1-15(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Individual research or creative endeavor culminating in a written thesis and/or exhibition of work. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Individual research or creative endeavor culminating in a Plan B project. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: Admission to the graduate program in HDFS; Permission of Plan B Committee based on approval of Plan B proposal.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the graduate program in HDFS; Permission of Plan B Committee based on approval of Plan B proposal
Corequisites
None.