Our Family Studies program leads the way for developing national standards for family life educators. Earning a degree in family studies prepares you for graduate school, employment and your personal life.
This Master of Education with an emphasis on Family Life Education is designed for candidates seeking careers in family life and community education, and those seeking a more in-depth study of the historical foundations, policies and psychology of education and the theory, research and structure of family life education and family systems in general. Candidates will also integrate the best practices for theory-based program delivery, management, evaluation and research.
Learn to address the holistic needs of children and their families as a family life educator. Our bachelor’s degree in family studies qualifies you to apply to be a Certified Family Life Educator through the National Council on Family Relations, a national certification recognized in all 50 states. For career options visit: http://www.weber.edu/chfam/future-careers.html
A minor in family studies offers knowledge in issues regarding children and families. If you’re majoring in another field with a concentration in children and families, this minor adds depth to your course of study and reinforces an understanding of complex family dynamics.
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