The Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) degree program will allow undergraduates to study how people develop physically, cognitively, emotionally, and socially across their life spans.
This program is geared towards individuals interested in careers that address the needs of youth ages 5-17 (grades K-12), adults, and the family unit. Upon graduation from the degree, students will be equipped to serve and optimize positive developmental outcomes and family well-being across civic, social, or educational sectors, including: family and community services, social or religious organizations, hospitals or non-profit organizations, private practice, or school systems.
Plan of Study Grid | First Year |
|---|
| Fall |
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ENGL 103
| Introduction to Rhetoric and Composition
or Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
| HIST 105 | History of the United States | 3 |
| TEFB 273 | Introduction to Culture, Community, Society and Schools 1 | 3 |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| | Semester Credit Hours | 15 |
| Spring |
|---|
HIST 106
| History of the United States
or History of Texas | 3 |
| INST 222 | Foundations of Education in a Multicultural Society 1 | 3 |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| 4 |
| | Semester Credit Hours | 16 |
| Second Year |
|---|
| Fall |
|---|
| INST 210 | Understanding Special Populations 1 | 3 |
| POLS 206 | American National Government | 3 |
| 3 |
| 4 |
| 1,2 | 3 |
| | Semester Credit Hours | 16 |
| Spring |
|---|
| EPFB 210 | Family Engagement and Empowerment 1 | 3 |
| KINE 282 | Culture of Wellness 1 | 3 |
| POLS 207 | State and Local Government | 3 |
| 1,3 | 3 |
| Internship | |
| Directed Studies | |
| Research | |
| Practicum in Educating the Gifted and Talented | |
| Field Experiences | |
| Directed Studies | |
| Research | |
| 1 |
| 1,2 | 3 |
| | Semester Credit Hours | 16 |
| Third Year |
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| Fall |
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| ALEC 370 | Principles of Positive Youth Development 1 | 3 |
| EPSY 320 | Child Development 1 | 3 |
| INST 301 | Educational Psychology 1 | 3 |
NUTR 222
| Nutrition for Health and Health Care 1
or Introduction to the Science of Health and Fitness | 3 |
| SPED 321 | Assessment of Students with Disabilities 1 | 3 |
| | Semester Credit Hours | 15 |
| Spring |
|---|
| EPSY 321 | Adolescent Development 1 | 3 |
| EPSY 322 | Adult Development and Aging 1 | 3 |
| EPSY 435 | Educational Statistics 1 | 3 |
| PHLT 336 | Health Disparities and Diversity in Society 1 | 3 |
| 1 | 3 |
| Skills and Techniques for Youth Development Professionals | |
| Designing and Delivering Effective Youth Programs | |
| Youth Development Programming in Sport and Physical Activities | |
| Camp Management and Administration | |
| | Semester Credit Hours | 15 |
| Fourth Year |
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| Fall |
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| ALEC 473 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Youth Development Organizations 1 | 3 |
| EPSY 441 | Family Development and Relationships 1 | 3 |
| EPSY 442 | Parenting and Family Caregiving 1 | 3 |
| 1 | 3 |
| Skills and Techniques for Youth Development Professionals | |
| Designing and Delivering Effective Youth Programs | |
| Youth Development Programming in Sport and Physical Activities | |
| Camp Management and Administration | |
| 1,2 | 3 |
| | Semester Credit Hours | 15 |
| Spring |
|---|
| EPSY 443 | Techniques of Coaching and Counseling 1 | 3 |
| EPSY 444 | Professional Ethics in Decision-Making 1 | 3 |
| 1 | 3 |
| Skills and Techniques for Youth Development Professionals | |
| Designing and Delivering Effective Youth Programs | |
| Youth Development Programming in Sport and Physical Activities | |
| Camp Management and Administration | |
| 1,4 | 3 |
| Practicum in Educating the Gifted and Talented | |
| Field Experiences | |
| Directed Studies | |
| Research | |
| | Semester Credit Hours | 12 |
| | Total Semester Credit Hours | 120 |
A minimum of 2.25 GPA on all coursework completed at Texas A&M is required for this degree.
