FCS
Family Studies
Graduate Information
Master's (M.A.)
The Family and Consumer Sciences department currently offers a master's degree in Family Life Education. The program requires 30 credit hours of course work planned in consultation with and approved by the graduate student advisor. Although not required, this work can include a thesis. Students complete a minimum of 12 to 20 credit hours of core courses (20 hours are required if certification is desired), two to three credit hours of an individualized practicum experience, five to nine credit hours of research courses and three to six credit hours of approved elective courses.
Students are required to take course work in each of the 10 family
life substance areas and to complete an individualized practicum
experience. Students who do not have a bachelor's degree in family
studies or a related area may be required to take additional courses
to meet requirements for family life educator certification.
This is an accredited program by the National Council on Family Relations. Family life education is a complex and multi-faceted field that addresses all aspects of family life. Its primary purpose is to help individuals and families learn about human growth, development, and behavior in the family setting and throughout the life cycle.
Resource guide
Family Studies resources for career guidance and exploration
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