Supervised in-depth scholarly experience relevant to any of the HDFS specializations: Child Development, Family Support, and Lifespan Development. Student must work directly with a supervising faculty member to develop and complete the project.

Supervised in-depth experience in professional setting designed to increase the student's understanding of and experience working with children, adolescents, or families. Students must work with a supervising faculty member to identify a practicum site. 01) Child, 02) Family, 03) Adolescent.

This course takes an ecological approach to emphasize the critical value of effective family-school-community partnerships in enhancing the education of young children. Models of family-school-community partnerships are explored. Practical knowledge regarding the experiences of those from diverse backgrounds to best prepare students to interact with, and support, all children and families is highlighted. Students actively engage within the community to build bridges between families, schools, and the greater community.

This course explores the relationship between family policy and legislation with programs, services, and family experiences at the local, state and national level. Course content includes concepts associated with planning for, implementing, and evaluating family policies and programs; as well as exploring the complexities of family policy and the policy-making process. Course assignments will challenge students to understand and evaluate family policies and programs that are compatible with their professional interests.