Program Description

The Family and Human Development program explores the dynamics of family relationships, human growth, and social influences across the lifespan. Students gain insights into parenting, communication, and developmental theory, preparing for careers in education, social services, or further study in psychology, counseling, or human development fields.

Program Outcomes

A student who completes an associate degree in Family and Human Development will be able to

• Students will understand the major theories of family and/or human development.
• Students will understand the normal patterns of physical, emotional, social, moral, and cognitive development across the lifespan.
• Students understand developmentally appropriate practice and strategies for positive guidance and discipline as it relates to parenting and/or education.
• Students can observe, record, and interpret children's behavior in the context of development theories.
• Students will understand aspects of the family including but not limited to consumerism, finance, food and nutrition, and relationships.

Make the Most of Your Time at Snow

The requirements below will earn you an associate degree, but Snow offers other prerequisites that you will need for your bachelor's degree. Students are encouraged to more fully prepare for transfer by completing the suggested plan of study.

AS Requirements

To earn an AS in Family and Human Development at Snow College, students must complete 60 credits, including the general education requirements and the following major requirements.

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
HFST 1500	Human Development SS	3
HFST 2500	Early Childhood Development	3
One of the following
HFST 2400	Family Relations SS
HFST 1020	Scientific Foundations of Nutrition LS
HFST 1210	Personal & Consumer Finance SS
HFST 2610	Guidance of Young Children

Another Available Degree

While the AS is recommended, students can earn an AA in Family and Human Development by completing the foreign language requirement as part of their 60 credits.