Learning Objectives

On completion of the undergraduate degree in Human Development and Family Studies, students will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the complexity of individual and family development across the life span in diverse contexts and changing environments

• Demonstrate an ability to evaluate and apply research and theory to practice and policy

• Analyze processes, policies, and contextual factors that affect the delivery of human services to individuals and families

• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and culturally sensitive standards of conduct

• Demonstrate knowledge and competence in helping, leadership, and administrative skills for human services

We conduct annual assessments of program effectiveness to monitor whether our students are reaching these learning objectives.