College of Human
Sciences

Professor Elizabeth Haley, Dean

Department of Human
Development and Family Studies

Professor Judith Fischer, Chairperson.

Professors Bell, Haley, Jorgensen, Scott, and K. Wampler; Associate Professors Crawford, Munsch, Sorell, and R. Wampler; Assistant Professors Caldera, Feng, Fitzpatrick, Harris, Hart, Ivey, Profilet, Reifman, Shine and Wieling; Adjunct Faculty: Peek, Reid, Shapiro.

This department offers study in the following graduate degree programs: HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY STUDIES, Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy; MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY, Doctor of Philosophy.

Applicants should contact the department concerning admission requirements, programs of study, and financial assistance. Admission to a graduate degree program requires the recommendation of the department and the college, as well as the approval of the Graduate Dean.

Courses in Human Development and
Family Studies. (HDFS)

5101. Teaching College Human Development and Family Studies (1:0:1). Strategies and direction in teaching college-level human development and family studies courses including supervision, advice and assistance, and review of teaching materials. May be repeated one time for credit. Pass-fail grading.

5302. Introduction to Gerontology (3:3:0). A multidisciplinary introduction to aging and gerontological issues.

5310. Theories of Human Development (3:3:0). Introduction to the application of concepts and theories in human development.

5311. Problems in Human Development and Family Studies (3:3:0). May be repeated for credit.

5312. Perceptual-Cognitive Development (3:3:0). Application of theories and research of perceptual-cognitive development from birth through the life span. Emphasis on the interrelatedness of cognitive and affective structures.

5313. Psychosocial Development (3:3:0). In-depth study of social, emotional, and psychological growth with emphasis on the development of personal and interpersonal competency.

5314. Infant Development (3:3:0). Analysis of empirical research regarding development processes during the first two years of life.

5317. Adolescent Development (3:3:0). Multidisciplinary survey of adolescent development including theories, research, and enhancement strategies.

5319. Development in Adulthood (3:3:0). Survey of theory and research concerning psychosocial development during adulthood and review of strategies for research with adult populations.

5320. Interpersonal and Family Dynamics (3:3:0). Group processes; factors influencing personal and family adjustment.

5321. Family Theory (3:3:0). A comprehensive exploration of theory in family studies. The role of theory in empirical investigation; conceptual frameworks; strategies of theory building; examination of systems theory and a spectrum of other models useful in the interdisciplinary study of individual, couple, and family behavior.

5341. Socialization Processes and Addiction (3:3:0). Multidisciplinary survey of socialization processes throughout the life span with implications for understanding addictions.

5344. Aging and the Family (3:3:0). Detailed examination of the family relationships of adults in late life. Emphasis on intergenerational issues and the enhancement of development and family life in later years.

5351. Research Methods in Individual and Family Studies (3:3:0). Study of research strategies and techniques relevant to human development, family studies, and marriage and family therapy including experience in conducting research investigations.

5352. Sex-Gender Roles (3:3:0). Survey of contemporary theory and research on sex-gender systems and roles and the impact of sex and gender on psychosocial development and relationship processes.

5353. Issues and Research in Human Development and Family Studies (3:3:0). History, philosophy, and current issues relevant to the areas of family studies and human development . May be repeated for credit under various topics.

5354. Analysis of Multiple Dependent Variables (3:3:0). Prerequisite: Research methods or introductory statistics. Introduction to both theoretical and practical aspects of quantitative methods for multiple dependent variables in human development, family studies, and marriage and family therapy.

5361. Parent-Child and Peer Relationships (3:3:0). Review of current research in parenting and peer relationships and implications for program development.

5380. Relationship Development (3:3:0). Theory and research related to the formation of initial impressions of others and the development of interpersonal relationships.

5381. Individual and Family Measurement (3:3:0). Detailed examination of measurement methods appropriate for individual and family research, consideration of strengths and weaknesses of each, and experience in development and application of measures.

6000. Master's Thesis (V1-6).

6320. Seminar in Risk Taking (3:3:0). Survey of theory and research in adolescent and adult risk-taking behaviors. Introductory course for graduate minor in risk taking.

6330. Family Problems (3:3:0). Examines theoretical and empirical contributions to the understanding and treatment of family problems within a family systems perspective.

6370. Analyzing Developmental Data (3:3:0). Prerequisite: Research methods, introductory statistics, or consent of instructor. Statistical methods for analyzing individual and family change over time and time ordered processes of interactional data.

6371. Practicum in Human Development and Family Studies (3:3:0). Supervised experiences in professional positions. May be repeated for credit up to 9 hours.

6390. Program Development and Evaluation (3:3:0). Reviews evaluation issues, critiques evaluation research, and undertakes planning and evaluation of original programs.

7000. Research (V1-12).

8000. Doctor's Dissertation (V1-12).

Courses in Marriage and Family Therapy. (MFT)

5322. Family Systems (3:3:0). Application of general systems theory and cybernetics to family systems. Exploration of interactional patterns, information processing, family structure, family belief systems, and family life cycle transitions with an emphasis on change processes.

5370. Issues in Professional Development (3:3:0). An examination of the major issues for professionals in marriage and family therapy. Emphasis on ethical standards, professional identity, and private practice issues.

6300. Introduction to Marriage and Family Therapy Practice (3:0:3). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Analyses of and solutions for common problems in marriage and family therapy practice.

6301. Family Therapy I (3:3:0). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Examination of structural, strategic, and systemic approaches to family therapy including the work of Minuchin, Haley, Mental Research Institute, and Milan Associates.

6302. Family Therapy II (3:3:0). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Examination of transgenerational and object relations approaches to family therapy including the work of Bowen, Boszormenyi-Nagy, Whitaker, and Satir.

6303. Family Therapy III (3:3:0). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. An examination of family influences on human sexual functioning, basic interactional assessment, and interventions for common sexual dysfunctions. Intervening in incestuous families and the role of addiction in sexual behavior.

6305. Developmental Issues in Therapy (3:3:0). An examination and integration of human development topics within a systems framework.

6322. Family Systems II (3:3:0). Advanced topics and issues in systems theory. Special focus on marriage and family therapy research.

6342. Advanced Family Therapy Topics (3:3:0). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Advanced topics in the field of family therapy that may include family therapy with special populations and recent developments in family therapy theory and application. May be repeated for credit.

6395. Practicum in Marriage and Family Therapy (3). Supervised experiences designed to prepare the student for involvement in marriage and family therapy and family life education. May be repeated for credit up to 48 hours.

6396. Supervision of Marriage and Family Therapy (3:3:0). Prerequisite: Two years of marriage and family therapy practicum and consent of instructor. Theory, research, and supervised practicum in supervision of family therapy.

6397. Supervision Practicum in Marriage and Family Therapy (3:3:0). Prerequisite: Completion of MFT 6396 or equivalent and consent of instructor. Course provides structured experience in supervision of marriage and family therapy students.

7000. Research (V1-12).

7395. Internship in Marriage and Family Therapy (3). Prerequisite: Permission of Director of Marriage and Family Therapy Program. Full-time supervised internship in an appropriate setting. May be repeated for up to 12 hours credit.

8000. Doctor's Dissertation (V1-12).


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