Human Development and Family Science
Our Program
The human development and family science, HDFS, program provides students with the opportunity to integrate classroom knowledge and real-world experiences to achieve a sophisticated understanding of how individuals, relationships, and families develop and function across the life course. Students can tailor their degree to fit their career goals by selecting a minor, certificate, area of concentration, or internship. HDFS graduates are well prepared to improve the lives of individuals and families by enhancing their socioemotional, psychosocial, and relational health and well-being.
This program is offered on the Manhattan campus and through K-State Online.
Highlights
- Award winning faculty who are dedicated and committed to providing high-quality undergraduate education
- Internship placements through a dedicated internship coordinator
- Opportunity to qualify to apply for the Provisional Certified Family Life Education designation
Career Opportunities
- Health care
- Human Services
- Student Affairs
- Family Intervention
- Government or Public Policy
The program is recognized as an approved program by the National Council on Family Relations for the Certified Family Life Educator designation.
In addition to studying on the Manhattan campus, students may also choose to pursue a bachelor's degree online through K-State Online.
To learn more about the undergraduate degree in human development and family science, review the additional resources on this page as well as the Loading... . Our HDFS Career Options page offers additional information about this field of study and the career options it offers.