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Texas Tech Human Development Degree

COLLEGE OF HEALTH & HUMAN SCIENCES Department of Human Development & Family Sciences

Exploring the science of human, relationship and family development. The Department of Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) offers a wide range of courses in the areas of early childhood education, human development across the lifespan, interpersonal relationships and family sciences. Graduates become qualified to pursue careers in healthcare, social services, education, public policy, public health programs, non-profit agencies, counseling, parent and family life education, or graduate studies.

Degree OptionsHuman Development & Family Sciences Programs

B.S. in Human Development & Family Sciences

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B.S. in Early Childhood Education

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B.A.A.S. in Early Childhood Education

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Online B.A.A.S. in Early Childhood Education

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Accelerated BS to MS Degree

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M.S. in Human Development & Family Sciences

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Online M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies – Gerontology Concentration

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Online M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies – Youth Development Concentration

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Ph.D. in Human Development & Family Sciences

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Our PurposeMission Statement

The mission of the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences is to promote the health and well-being of individuals, families and relationships across the life span through research, teaching, service and community outreach and engagement.

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Get to Know UsDepartment Overview

CurriculumPotential Areas of Study

  • Lifespan Human Development
  • Dynamics of Family Interactions
  • Prenatal & Infancy Development
  • Adolescent Development
  • Middle Adulthood
  • Gerontology and Older Adulthood
  • Parenting
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Close/Romantic Relationships
  • Cross-Cultural Perspectives
 

Hands-OnExperiential Learning

  • 90 to 150 Hours of Community Practicum
  • Direct Experience Working With Children & Families
  • Undergraduate Research Opportunities
  • Faculty-Led Study Abroad
  • Service Learning Courses
  • Graduate Research Opportunities
  • Graduate Student Assistantships

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