Human Development and Family Sciences (BS or Minor)

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The Department of Human Development and Family Sciences examines human development within the context of families, schools, work, communities, and other social-cultural environments. Recognizing the diversity and challenges of contemporary life, our faculty and students study how environments can enhance - or limit - individual and family development from early childhood through the end of life. All HDFS programs recognize the critical importance of culture and gender; diversity; and contemporary, global perspectives in the discovery of knowledge and preparation of professionals. Thus, department activities are guided by social responsibility, compassion, and high ethical standards. The HDFS program is layed out to meet student's varied paths, depending on which program is chosen the emphasis can be a minor, option or certificate.

 

HDFS - Early Childhood Development and Education
HDFS - Human Services
HDFS - Gerontology

Additional Information (PDF format):

Important: Updated Curriculum Information for all HDFS programs (pdf)

Contacts

OSU-Cascades Information Office (admissions, financial aid, registration), 541-322-3100, cascadesadmit@osucascades.edu

HDFS Faculty Advisor: Debbie Coehlo, debbie.coehlo@osucascades.edu 541-322-3137.

Practicum Information:

The HDFS department provides the rewarding opportunity for students to be immersed in the field of their choice. The practicum/field experience program takes advanced planning. Please take the time to review the Practicum Process page (link listed above) so you can make the make the most of your experience.

 

Human Development and Family Sciences Faculty

 

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