HDF - Human Development & Family Studies
Study of the basic principles of human development and their relation to family interactions throughout the lifespan. This course may be offered in an online format. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Recommended: Students who have taken
EDU 280 or
PSY 220 should seek departmental advice prior to enrollment. (University Program Group III-A: Behavioral Sciences)
Credits
3(3-0)
A study of the roots and impact of different forms of oppression on the development of individuals within the family context. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. (University Program Group IV-C: Studies in Racism and Cultural Diversity in the United States)
Credits
3(3-0)
Using Constructivist philosophy, students will establish their view of the young child, guiding adult, and environment as a lens to frame future teaching practices. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
2(2-0)
This course examines the cultural and historical factors and processes that affect the development of marital, familial, and other close relationships across the life course.
Credits
3(3-0)
The varieties of family forms and resulting patterns of interpersonal relations to be found throughout Western history and in selected Western and non-Western cultures. (University Program Group III-B: Studies in Social Structures)
Credits
3(3-0)
Human sexual development throughout the life cycle. Emphasis on understanding and acceptance of self as a sexually functioning person. Identical to
WGS 213. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. This course may be offered in an online format. (University Program IV-A: Studies in Discrimination)
Credits
3(3-0)
Cross Listed Courses
WGS 213
This course introduces financial and resource management skills using quantitative reasoning and mathematical calculations to enhance family financial well-being. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Quantitative Reasoning.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course examines service learning and potential career paths for professionals in Human Development and Family Studies. Field placements required. Prerequisites: A signed major in Child Development or Family Studies;
HDF 100 or
HDF 211 or
PSY 220.
Credits
3(1-6)
An interdisciplinary approach to the study of aging with a focus on the normal changes that occur as one ages physically, mentally and socially. May be offered as writing intensive. This course may be offered in an online format. (University Program Group III-A: Behavioral Sciences)
Credits
3(3-0)
A structured and supervised service learning experience in professional service settings specifically addressing the needs of older adults. Prerequisites: concurrent registration in or completion of
HDF 247 or
PSY 325.
Credits
3(Spec)
Holistic approach to studying families: emphasis on the dynamic interaction of families with surrounding environments and career options associated with interaction of families and environments.
Credits
3(3-0)
A structured observation experience that provides students with the opportunity to apply knowledge of typical infant/toddler development to observed behaviors. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
HDF 100 or
PSY 220 or
EDU 280. Co-requisite:
HDF 302.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
The study of pregnancy, prenatal development, childbirth, and the development of infants and toddlers (to 3 years) within the family and the larger social system. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
HDF 100 or
EDU 280 or
PSY 220.
Credits
3(3-0)
Principles for growth and development of preschool and early elementary children (ages 3-8) from diverse backgrounds and observations of children in early education settings. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
HDF 100 or
EDU 280 or
PSY 220.
Credits
4(Spec)
Study of adolescence and issues relating to the family of a teenager. Prerequisite:
HDF 100 or
EDU 280 or
PSY 220.
Credits
3(3-0)
The study of the parent-child relationship, and the impact of that relationship on the development of both children and parents. Prerequisite: one of:
HDF 100,
EDU 280, or
PSY 220.
Credits
3(3-0)
Survey of child and adolescent theories of development. Prerequisites:
HDF 100 or
EDU 280 or
PSY 220; Signed major or minor in Child Development, or in Family Studies. This course may be offered in an online format. May be offered as Writing Intensive.
Credits
3(3-0)
Study of the child, family, community, and schools, including parent education and involvement in learning, family and community characteristics, child abuse, and family issues. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisites:
HDF 100 or
EDU 280 or
PSY 220; Pre/Co-requisites:
HDF 200.
Credits
3(3-0)
Integrated nature of family management; values, goals as reflected in decision-making regarding family resources.
Credits
3(3-0)
An introduction to skills and methods for professional practice with children and adolescents. Prerequisites:
HDF 219 with a grade of C+ or better; a signed major in Child Development; Recommended:
HDF 307.
Credits
3(3-0)
An introduction to the skills and methods essential for work with individuals and families in service fields. Prerequisites:
HDF 219 with a grade of C+ or better; a signed major in Child Development or Family Studies.
Credits
3(3-0)
An international cultural immersion experience working on a service learning project under the supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor; minimum of 2.5 GPA; minimum of 24 CMU credit hours; depending on the service project approved, prerequisites may include language credit or ability, completion of specialized courses, or demonstration of appropriate skills for the project. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition, Option 2)
Credits
3-6(Spec)
An international cultural immersion experience studying early childhood education as it is inspired by the early childhood centers of Reggio Emilia, Italy. Prerequisites:
HDF 200 or 25 semester hours completed.
Credits
3(Spec)
An examination of U.S. legislation and policies that undergird the aging services network. Prerequisite:
HDF 247.
Credits
3(3-0)
The course takes a social construction approach examining how a gendered society influences the way adult men perceive themselves, other men, women and social situations. Prerequisites:
HDF 100 or
HDF 247; one additional 3 credit HDF course.
Credits
3(3-0)
Course designed to familiarize human development and family studies students with the methods and materials necessary to teach and work as a family-helping professional. Prerequisites:
HDF 100 or
EDU 280 or
PSY 220; HDF/SOC 213 or
HSC 222;
HDF 211; 3 other credits in the Family Studies major or Family Life and Human Sexuality minor.
Credits
3(3-0)
Topics of special interest which are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topic will be listed on student’s transcript. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Focus on the purpose of assessment, with emphasis on methods and skills used in assessing young children's development. Collaboration with parents and professionals is emphasized. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisites: Two of:
HDF 302, 303, 306, 510.
Credits
3(3-0)
Methods and theories of guidance for working with children in early childhood settings. Supervised laboratory experiences. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
HDF 200;
HDF 302, 303 with a grade of C+ or better; Junior Status; or ECDL Block. Recommended:
HDF 403.
Credits
3(Spec)
Knowledge and application of evidence-based practices in early childhood settings. Opportunities to plan experiences in science, social studies, language, nutrition, movement and arts. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
HDF 200;
HDF 302, 303 with a grade of C+ or better; or ECDL Block. Recommended:
HDF 402.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course focuses on children and hospitalization from developmental and contextual perspectives. Coping challenges and strategies to assist coping with hospitalization are examined. This course may be offered in online or hybrid format. Prerequisite:
HDF 100 or
PSY 220 or
EDU 280.
Credits
3(3-0)
Development of professional skills for working with young children and families. Supervised lead teaching experience in the Child Development and Learning Laboratory. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
HDF 309, C+ or better in
HDF 402 and 403. Pre/Co- requisite:
HDF 400.
Credits
8(Spec)
This course examines how factors from social, legal, and political contexts influence family development and functioning over the life course. Prerequisites:
HDF 211; senior standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
The purpose, rationale, professional issues, planning, techniques and methods, learning objectives, evaluation, and guided experience in facilitating discussion in human sexuality groups. Prerequisites: permission of instructor;
HDF 213 or SOC 213 or
WGS 213.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course is an introduction to research methods within human development and family studies. Prerequisites: 9 HDF or GRN credits.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course examines individual development and aging within the context of the family: marriage, singlehood and widowhood; intergenerational relations and grandparenthood; sibling relations and friendships. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: One of the following:
HDF 100,
HDF 247,
PSY 100,
SOC 100.
Credits
3(3-0)
A structured internship that provides students with an opportunity to work in a professional setting serving the needs of individuals and families. No more than 6 credits may be taken each semester. Prerequisites:
HDF 317 or 319 or 506 with a grade of C+ or better; a signed major in Child Development or Family Studies.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
This course assumes multiple theoretical perspectives to examine older women’s, psychological, social, and physical development, family and social roles, and policy implications. Identical to
WGS 430. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. This course may be offered online. Prerequisites:
HDF 100 or 247 or
PSY 325.
Credits
3(3-0)
Cross Listed Courses
WGS 430
Covers material designed to prepare students for an endorsement in Family and Consumer Sciences/Life Management Education. Prerequisites: completion of all courses in Family Studies/Life Management Education Major.
Credits
3(3-0)
A student-initiated learning activity focusing on a faculty approved topic in Human Development and Family Studies. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Topics of special interest which are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topic will be listed on student’s transcript. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.
Credits
1-5(Spec)
Analysis of goals, trends, methods and models of parent involvement with opportunities to plan programs for parents, and to work with parents in professional settings. Prerequisites:
HDF 307; one of
HDF 302,
HDF 303,
HDF 306; or Human Development and Family Studies graduate standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
The role of the early childhood program director as leader and architect of the work environment and climate. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
HDF 302, 303, 309; or ECDL Block; or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Through integration of theory, research, and practice, this course focuses on encouraging positive developmental outcomes and resilience in children and adolescents facing stressful life circumstances. May be offered as Writing Intensive. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Two of:
HDF 302, 303, 306, 307, 308; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Survey of professional literature pertaining to human sexuality. Prerequisites:
HDF 213 or
HSC 222.
Credits
3(3-0)
Credits
3(3-0)
A study of the tasks and transitions of the periods of the family life cycle from early adulthood through middle age. Prerequisites:
HDF 100 or
PSY 220;
HDF 211 or
HDF 411 or
SOC 411.
Credits
3(3-0)
Analysis of changing philosophical conceptualizations of marriage and family, as reflected by emerging issues in marriage counseling and divorce. Prerequisites:
HDF 211.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course provides a foundation in normal aging and then addresses the individual, family and institutional challenges of diagnosis, treatment and prevention of dementing illnesses. Prerequisites:
HDF 247 or
PSY 325 or
HSC 390.
Credits
3(3-0)
Topics of special interest which are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topic will be listed on student’s transcript. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.
Credits
1-5(Spec)