Human Development and Family Studies - Indiana University - Bloomington

Human Development and Family Studies from Indiana University - Bloomington is a Campus Bachelor Family studies degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Human development and family studies explores human behavior from the perspective of lifespan development and within the context of the intimate environment of the family. The Human Development and Family Studies Program focuses on how developmental stages bring growth and challenges. Specialty areas include stress in the family, the effect of divorce, coping with aging, diversity in the family , and human sexuality, among others. From social work to marriage and family therapy to human resources, this degree offers numerous career possibilities. About the Program The Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) Program explores human capabilities and characteristics at each stage of our lives from infancy through adolescence to later adulthood. From this developmental perspective, students also learn about families?how they can infl uence our work, school experiences, and relationships with others, and how these parts of our lives can affect our families. The course work is multidisciplinary, drawing from psychology, anthropology, sociology, biology, gerontology, thanatology, education, history, and economics. Open to Opportunity Combining so many disciplines with personal experience gives the HDFS Program a special edge?and gives students special opportunities. Prepare yourself for graduate school by working with faculty on research projects?for example, a study on the effects of loss and grief on families, the effect of media on family dynamics, or a study of violence in relationships. Take advantage of the program's fl exibility and earn a minor in an additional field or spend a semester overseas. Develop interpersonal and client-related skills?skills that employers appreciate?from our well-rounded program. Career Opportunities Case Manager for mental health, foster care, youth, elder care, substance abuse, and family services Child Life Specialist Family Life Educator Developmental Therapist Social Worker (medical, community, school) Substance Abuse Counselor Women's Advocate Youth Counselor According to a survey of recent graduates, entry-level annual salaries for our graduates holding a bachelor's degree are between $25,000?$30,000; for those holding a master's degree , salaries fall between $28,000?$48,000. As with any profession, salaries vary by geographic region, employment setting, and job responsibilities. View more details on Indiana University - Bloomington, IN . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Family studies courses.