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The mission of the Department of Child and Family Studies is to prepare Early Childhood and Family Life Educators to positively transform our community and society. Our vision is that we aspire to enrich the lives of all children and families in our community and society.
Receive early childhood teacher training in a program accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). We offer on-campus and 100% online A.A.S. degree in Early Childhood, a B.S. degree in Early Childhood, a B.S. degree in Early Childhood Education (Utah Educator License K-3), along with a minor in Child Development.
Our Family Studies program has led the way for developing national standards for family life educators. With a B.S. degree in Family Studies or an MEd degree in Family Life Education, you will be eligible to apply for national certification as a provisional Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE). You may also seek a minor in Family Studies.
Students are our priority! We offer unique opportunities and individualized support for students to succeed. Check student resources on admission, advising, coursework, scholarships, field experiences, student organization, student research, and much more.
The Melba S. Lehner Children's School and the WSU Charter Academy provide quality care and education for young children infancy through kindergarten age. These two program serve as an on-campus field experience site and research lab for WSU students and faculty.
Contact our department advisor for guidance in planning your course schedule, developing career goals and/or declaring your major or minor.
Darcy Gregg, MEd, CFLE
Senior Academic Advisor
Virtual Advising - Wed & Fri
Portable M7 In-person Advising - Mon, Tue, & Thu
801-626-6411 dgregg@weber.edu
Revised 04/26/2023
