For Admitted Students
Child and Family Studies
Program Goals.
Child and Family Studies is committed to interdisciplinary approaches utilizing a variety of theoretical constructs and practical experiences designed to facilitate the development of graduates who will be able to:
- Understand the development, roles and interaction dynamics of children, youth and families within their social systems;
- Identify dimensions of diversity in children, youth and families and recognize oppressive forces that hinder their positive development;
- Access, analyze, apply and articulate theoretical knowledge to make professional decisions which improve the lives of children, youth & families;
- Demonstrate professional standards of ethical conduct; and
- Assume the role of change agents regarding issues, policies, & community needs that affect children, youth and their families.
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