Program Overview

Human Development and Family Studies

The Human Development and Family Studies program offers various degrees and concentrations, including undergraduate and graduate programs.

Undergraduate Degrees

• Human Development and Family Studies, B.S.
• Early Childhood Development & Education, B.S., B-K Teacher Licensure Concentration
• Early Childhood Development & Education, B.S., Early Care & Education Concentration
• Undergraduate Minor
• Undergraduate Internship
• Suggested Minors for Our Undergraduates
• Advising Instructions
• Undergraduate Academic Appeals

Graduate Degrees

• Human Development and Family Studies, M.S.
• B-K Interdisciplinary Studies in Education and Development, M.Ed. (Online)
• Human Development and Family Studies, Ph.D.
• B-K Initial Licensure, PBC (Online)
• B-K Add-On Licensure (Online)
• Leadership in Infant and Toddler Learning, P.B.C. (Online)
• Doctoral Minor
• Graduate Scholarships
• Forms and Manuals
• FAQ

B-K Interdisciplinary Studies in Education and Development, M.Ed. (Online)

Overview

The B-K Interdisciplinary Studies in Education and Development, M.Ed. (Online) program is designed for individuals who want to work with young children and their families.

Concentrations

• Early Childhood Leadership and Advanced Teaching Licensure Concentration
• Leadership, Program Administration & Coaching Concentration

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the program admission requirements?

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in early childhood or a related field and an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 for admission. An interview with faculty and writing sample are also required. Applicants to the Advanced Teaching Licensure concentration must have an initial teaching license.

What if my undergraduate GPA is below 3.0?

If your GPA is below 3.0, then you have the option of taking a graduate level course as a visiting student and then applying for the program. Students are not guaranteed admission to the program (a full application review will still be required) but they will be considered as eligible applicants if they earn a B or better in the course they take as a visiting student. Other coursework completed since your undergraduate degree can also be considered toward the GPA requirement.

Can I work while completing the BKISED Program?

Yes, many students work while completing the program. Synchronous class meetings are in the evenings from 5:00-6:50pm. Students in the Advanced Teaching Licensure concentration who take HDF/SES 607 and/or HDF/SES 606 are required to participate in 3-hours-per-week field experiences in high-quality inclusive settings.

How long does it take to complete the BKISED Program?

The program can be completed in as few as two years, depending on the concentration and number of courses taken each semester. The recommended plan of study is completed in three years. A limited number of courses are offered during summer sessions. Students applying from fields other than early childhood education may be required to take two prerequisite courses before or during the program.

How do I apply for the BKISED Program?

Complete the online application. Applications must include academic transcripts, a current resume, a professional statement describing interest and rationale for the concentration to which they are applying and career goals, and three letters of recommendation, including at least one academic reference. Applicants are also required to complete a writing sample and a phone interview with faculty.

What is the application deadline?

Applicants start the program as a cohort in the fall semester. The Early Admission deadline for the following year is October 1. The Final Deadline is January 15 for the year of admission.

When can I start the BKISED Program?

New students start the BKISED program in the fall semester. It is possible to take up to three courses as a Visiting Student prior to the fall admission semester.

When will I hear the results from my application?

Applications are reviewed during the spring semester. Typically, applicants are contacted late in the spring semester with an update on the status of their application.