Program Overview

Human Development and Family Services (A.S.)

The human development and family services program involves the study of lifespan development in the context of family, community, and society.

Program Overview

The human development and family services major prepares students for careers assisting prevention specialists, advocates, and educators working with children and families. Graduates are employable in schools, hospitals, clinics, childcare facilities, and nonprofit organizations.

Career Opportunities

Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:

• Human service specialist
• Prevention specialist aide
• Care specialists
• Youth caseworker/aide
• Teaching aide

Recent Employers

Graduates have gone on to work at employers such as:

• LifeScape
• Lutheran Social Services in Sioux Falls
• Boys and Girls Club

Clubs & Organizations

We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:

• Human Development and Family Studies Club
• Best Buddies

Is it for you?

This program will be a good fit if you:

• Enjoy working as part of a team.
• Are interested in the complexity of human relationships.
• Want to make a difference in people's lives.
• Have strong communication skills.
• Are involved in your community.

Related Programs

You may also be interested in:

• Special Education (B.S.)
• Leadership and Management of Nonprofit Organizations (B.S.)
• Elementary Education (B.S.)
• Human Development and Family Science (B.S.)