Family Studies
Degree
Bachelor of Science | College of Education, Health and Society
What is Family Studies?
This program explores diverse families (culturally and socioeconomically) throughout the life span. Students who major in this area should be interested in learning how individuals and families interact, want to help solve problems related to families, and have good communication skills.
What are the features of Miami’s program?
Field experiences
In either your junior or senior year, you'll get professional experience in a real setting, such as a social service agency, a school's family resource center, a nursing home, a group home, or a summer camp.
Broad understanding
Miami's program studies people and families throughout the life course from birth to death. You also develop insight into individual development within the context of family dynamics. This specialized knowledge is useful within a variety of professional careers.
Multicultural and international perspectives
The program offers opportunities for broadening your awareness and increasing your sensitivity to cross-cultural and multicultural issues related to children and families.
National recognition
The National Council on Family Relations has recognized that Miami's undergraduate family studies program provides coursework meeting all standards and criteria needed for Provisional Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) designation.