Human Development - Eckerd College

Human Development from Eckerd College is a Campus Bachelor Family studies degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Students majoring in human development are prepared for graduate programs in counseling, counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, education, or related allied therapy fields and for entry level positions in human services . By developing a strong foundation of self-knowledge and understanding of others across the lifespan, students learn how to help people reach their fullest potential whether in business, government, education, private practice, or human service agency settings. Human Development graduates are expected to possess: knowledge of the key theories of human development; the basic approaches to helping individuals, groups, and families resolve problems and maximize their potential; and a multicultural perspective on human growth and functioning. skills in interpersonal communication, public speaking, and group facilitation skill in research methods and writing employ ed by those in the helping professions and effective use of library and computer-based resources. an understanding and application of ethical principles and personal responsibility in the helping professions. View more details on Eckerd College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Family studies courses.