Family Studies - Miami University - Oxford

Family Studies from Miami University - Oxford is a Campus Bachelor Family studies degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. What is Family Studies? This program explores diverse families (culturally and socioeconomically) throughout the life span. Students who major in this area should be interested in learning how individuals and families interact, want to help solve problems related to families, and have good communication skills. What are the features of Miami's program? Field experiences In either your junior or senior year, you'll get professional experience in a real setting, such as a social service agency, a school's family resource center, a nursing home, a group home, or a summer camp. Broad understanding Miami's program studies people and families throughout the life course from birth to death. You also develop insight into individual development within the context of family dynamics. This specialized knowledge is useful within a variety of professional careers. Multicultural and international perspectives The program offers opportunities for broadening your awareness and increasing your sensitivity to cross-cultural and multicultural issues related to children and families. National recognition The National Council on Family Relations has recognized that Miami's undergraduate family studies program provides coursework meeting all standards and criteria needed for Provisional Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) designation. View more details on Miami University - Oxford, OH . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Family studies courses.