Human Environmental Sciences - Fontbonne University

Human Environmental Sciences from Fontbonne University is a Campus Master Enviroment degree that prepares you for a Science career. Graduate Studies in HES: Serving a World in Need Helping to enrich the lives of individuals, families and communities is some of the most rewarding work a person can undertake. If you are interested in families leading healthier, happier lives, then a Fontbonne University master's degree in human environmental sciences (HES) with concentrations in child and family studies or multidisciplinary health communication studies could be for you. Our graduate program provides a strong professional knowledge base to enhance skills in advocacy and leadership, enabling graduates to effectively work with individuals and families locally and globally. Access to information and resources that help people attend to their personal and family needs is often not readily available. In 2005, approximately 20 percent of Missouri families were living below the poverty line ? trying to exist on less than $25,000 annually. In many cases those families did not know how or where to find help. As people are in need of a variety of public/community assistance, the need for qualified people to serve individuals and families will rise 19 percent over the next eight years, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Additionally, there will be continued growth in the job outlook specifically related to health promotion and health communication. Job growth of 18-26% is expected in public relations, technical writing and editing, and health education. Earning a master's degree in HES prepares you to work in a variety of settings, including for-profit and not-for-profit institutions that meet the health, wellness, food, shelter, clothing, financial, employment and literacy needs of those they serve. This master's degree provides a diverse knowledge base for an ever-changing world. Reliant on the content expertise developed through their studies, Fontbonne University human environmental sciences graduates provide leadership and advocacy to empower individuals, strengthen families and develop communities. Small class sizes encourage meaningful discussion among faculty and students. Professors are knowledgeable, supportive and committed to your success. Our faculty continually work with students in classrooms and in off-site community programs, sharing theoretically sound, practical experiences that will allow you to excel and inspire those with whom you work. And, through speakers and off-site opportunities, we'll help you gain additional real-world experience. At Fontbonne, you'll learn how to: address people's needs intellectually, compassionately and respectfully advocate with individuals and families, by teaching them how to get necessary resources for themselves help people handle the complexities of life (personal health and well being, child rearing, elder parent care, work/life balance, assessment of current needs and planning for the future) Concentrations Child and Family Studies With a concentration in child and family studies, you'll gain knowledge specifically related to families and how to provide them with better opportunities. Our program centers around the idea of ?capacity building,? which teaches you how to educate others to advocate for themselves. By providing families with essential tools, you can be instrumental to their success. Multidisciplinary Health Communication Studies With a concentration in Multidisciplinary Health Communication Studies, you'll provide accurate and consumer-friendly content directly to the public in a way so that they not only understand, but are then equipped to make beneficial lifestyle changes.The concentration hones communication strategies to effectively transmit health/science knowledge and skills that are not only appropriate for the consumer but work to help individuals change their behavior in order to promote a healthy lifestyle. View more details on Fontbonne University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Enviroment courses.