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Maryville University Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development and Family Studies online
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· Massachusetts, USA
About this course
Maryville University’s 100% online Bachelor of Arts in Human Development and Family Studies explores the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of individuals and families across the lifespan. Learners study human development in the context of family, relationships, sexuality, community, and society, and can choose tracks such as early childhood development, family life education, youth development, and adult development and aging, with an optional Child Life Specialist concentration for work in healthcare settings.
Prerequisite Skills
Skills you should have before taking this course
English language proficiency
basic academic writing
Basic computer literacy
Skills Gained
Skills you will develop by completing this course
Interpersonal communication
human development
family studies
early childhood development
family life education
youth development
adult development and aging
child life specialist practice