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Family and Human Services
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The bachelor’s degree in family and human services prepares students for careers in family life education, human services, advocacy groups, nonprofit organizations, and youth services.

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Through this program, students will learn principles and skills pertaining to healthy family functioning, including skills related to communication and conflict management. Âé¶¹¾«Æ·ÔÚÏß²¥·Å will also develop skills pertaining to effective advocacy, problem solving, and basic social science research.

This degree is developed and granted by BYU-Idaho, with support and resources coming from BYU-Pathway Worldwide.

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Looking Ahead
Potential Employment
In the United States, a master's degree could be required in this field before higher paying jobs could be expected. Some mid-range positions could be obtained in the following areas:
  • Social and community services
  • Family mediation
  • Parent education
  • Family issues and child advocacy

Bachelor of Science of Family and Human Services

Program requirements

To earn a bachelor’s degree, you will complete three certificates plus additional general education and religion courses. *
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Previously earned course credits from PathwayConnect and/or other colleges and universities will be evaluated after a student is admitted and submits valid transcripts.

Family & Human Services Path

Steps to your Bachelor's Degree in Family and Human Services

To complete a bachelor's degree, the following courses are required in addition to the three certificates:

Requirements Table

Complete the following additional requirements:

  • General Education Courses 26 Credits
  • Additional Courses 6 Credits
  • Religion Courses 14 Credits

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Why choose this degree?
The bachelor’s degree in family and human services has a strong emphasis on the development of employable skills. Specifically, this degree emphasizes effective communication, professional writing, teaching skills, synthesizing research, basic data analysis, problem-solving, conflict resolution, persuasive speaking and writing, and other interpersonal and leadership skills. These skills can help students obtain employment in a variety of work settings, including but not limited to human services, parent education, and child advocacy. Additionally, these skills assist students in establishing and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships-especially in the family. This degree will provide students with an extensive understanding of family systems and relationships.
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Essential Knowledge and Skills
Outcomes
  • Communicate effectively
  • Problem-solve at individual and group levels
  • Employ basic research skills
  • Demonstrate fundamental knowledge regarding healthy relationships
  • Demonstrate leadership qualities consistent with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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