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Child and Family Studies
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CFS 201 - Family Development Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Every semester
Theoretical and functional approach to marital and family life with a developmental perspective. Issues related to marital and parental careers.
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CFS 202 - Development of Children Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Every semester
Principles and patterns of child development. Influence of biological and experiential factors. Extra-familial and intra-familial relationships as they influence child development. Fieldwork or equivalent required.
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CFS 204 - Applied Research Methods in Child and Family Studies Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Critical evaluation of research studies, development of basic skills for conducting research and application of research knowledge and skills in practical settings.
PREREQ: CFS 201 AND CFS 202 AND (MAT 121 OR MAT 194 OR MAT 221 OR MAT 285 OR MAT 295 )
COREQ: GEO 386 OR MAT 122 OR MAT 222 OR MAT 285 OR MAT 295 OR MAT 286 OR MAT 296 OR MAX 201 OR PSY 252
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CFS 255 - Interpersonal Competence Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Interpersonal problem-solving skills. Helping theories appropriate to human development settings. Skills and behaviors that apply theory to practice setting.
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CFS 270 - Experience Credit Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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CFS 290 - Independent Study Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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CFS 300 - Selected Topics Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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CFS 325 - Children and Families in Health Care Settings Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Basic child life theory and practice focused on improving healthcare experiences for children and families by providing play, preparation and education programs in pediatric settings.
PREREQ: CFS 202
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CFS 326 - Developmental Perspectives in Medical Language Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Understanding of developmentally supportive approaches to healthcare communication within the context of illness, injury and hospitalization. Introduction to medical terms related to body systems/disorders, with emphasis on developmentally appropriate medical language and communication in pediatrics.
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CFS 327 - Human Development and Sport Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: SPM 327
Examines the dynamics of social change and human well-being in the context of sport in promoting positive youth development. Personal, social, and cultural development through sport-based programs and initiatives are explored.
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CFS 331 - Play, Childhood Development and Early Education Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Importance of play for children’s overall development; the roles of parents and teachers in supporting children’s play from infancy through early school age; enriching classroom play; diversity and special needs considerations.
PREREQ: CFS 202
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CFS 335 - Issues and Perspectives in Early Childhood Education Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Major approaches, theoretical rationale, research bases, and policy issues related to child care and educational models.
COREQ: CFS 202
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CFS 345 - The Developing Infant Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: CFS 645
Pregnancy and neonatal and child development from birth to three years. Theory and research findings: biological, psychological, and family. Systematic observations of infants. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: CFS 202
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CFS 355 - Children’s Learning and Thinking in Culture, Contexts and Application Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Understand how children’s learning and thinking develops from infancy to childhood, and how different settings and environmental interactions influence applications of the learning theories across diverse contexts and cultures.
PREREQ: CFS 202 OR PSY 205
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CFS 362 - Community and Family Resource Management Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5
Exploration of concepts of day-to-day living, family life, household organization, and family services in the community. Strategies for managing acquisition and allocation of resources to meet economic, physiological, emotional and social needs of family members.
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CFS 363 - Midlife Development and Gerontology Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Multidisciplinary overview of phenomenon of human aging. Interrelationships of age-related changes and the contemporary status of older people.
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CFS 365 - Language Development in Children Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: CFS 665
Normative language development, linguistic theories, and child language research. Social class, cultural, and familial influences. Language enrichment, language disorders, assessments, and linguistic diversity. Systematic observations of child language required. Additional work required of graduate students.
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CFS 387 - Int Rel & Gender Roles Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Overview of marriage and the couple relationship in contemporary society. Relationship development, maintenance, and termination; conflict resolution skills; ethnic/ racial and cultural variations; and issues related to gender.
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CFS 388 - Human Sexuality Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Every semester
Broad areas of human sexuality: the developmental and social aspects of sexuality as developed within the individual and within relationships; multicultural and multiethnic aspects of human sexuality; and those aspects of sexual behavior which represent alternatives to conventional behavior.
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CFS 389 - Leading Human Sexuality Discussion Groups Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Every semester
Preparing students to effectively lead discussion groups on human sexuality and relationships with peers.
PREREQ: CFS 388
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CFS 391 - Introduction to Internship Experience Human Development and Family Science
1 credit(s) Every semester
Prepares students for their HDFS Internship Experiences. Includes exploration of ethical and professional issues as well as completion of paperwork and tasks required to secure an internship site.
PREREQ: CFS 201 and CFS 202
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CFS 395 - Risk, Resilience, and Intervention Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Risk, vulnerability, and protective factors. Building resilience across developmental contexts and effective interventions for children and families.
PREREQ: CFS 201 OR CFS 202
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CFS 400 - Selected Topics Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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CFS 422 - Work and Family in the 21st Century Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: SOC 422 , WGS 422
Examines the social, demographic, and economic forces that are reshaping the boundaries between family and work.
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CFS 423 - Death, Dying & Loss: Child and Family Perspectives Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Systematic understanding of developmental and conceptual framework surrounding children and youths understanding of illness, dying and death. Concepts of bereavement, grief and loss will be examined in the context of child and family development.
PREREQ: CFS 201 OR CFS 202 OR SOC 281 OR PSY 205 OR SWK 115 OR SWK 201
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CFS 425 - Lust, Love and Relationships Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The intricate dynamics of relationships ranging from “for what and why” individuals are attracted to each other to “why and how” individuals become embroiled in seemingly irresolvable conflict across a variety of social contexts.
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CFS 443 - Aging in the Context of Family Life Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: SWK/SOC 443
Double Numbered with: CFS/SWK/SOC 643
Overview of theory, research, and public policy concerning older adults and their families. Issues of relevance to aging families examined from multidisciplinary perspectives in the social and behavioral sciences. Extra work required of graduate students.
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CFS 447 - Principles and Practices in Parenting Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
In-depth examination of major perspective and research on parenting practices and parent-child relationships.
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CFS 452 - Mindfulness in Children and Youth Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: CFS 652
Importance of mindfulness for optimal development in children and youth; school- and community-based interventions that target mindfulness; mindful parenting. Additional work required of graduate students.
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CFS 457 - Separation & Divorce: Impact on Children and Families Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Family functioning and child adjustment in separated, divorced, and remarried families. Risk and resiliency, individual, environmental and contextual correlates, short and long-term effects, legal, social, and economic consequences for children and families.
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CFS 458 - Science of Caring and Sharing Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: CFS 658
The ways caring and sharing develop and change across childhood and adolescence. Theories, research, and applied experiences that emphasize prosocial behavior, morality, gratitude, empathy, and compassion are discussed.
PREREQ: CFS 202 OR PSY 335 OR PSY 336
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CFS 467 - Child and Family in Cross-Cultural Perspectives Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to field methods, the study of childhood, sex roles, and family in cross-cultural perspectives.
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CFS 470 - Experience Credit Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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CFS 474 - Promises and Problems in Youth and Emerging Adulthood Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Development of youth and emerging adults in family context emphasizing both positive outcomes and challenges. Roles of parents, peers, social structures, media influences, and institutions in youth/emerging adult development.
PREREQ: CFS 202 OR PSY 335
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CFS 475 - Community Youth Development Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Skills, knowledge, and competencies necessary for professional youth workers to work effectively in community based programs.
PREREQ: CFS 202 or PSY 336
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CFS 477 - Urban Families and Community Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Examine social issues and problems facing urban families and communities such as housing, education, drugs, and crime. Urban community resources and intervention programs that help urban families meet life challenges will be examined.
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CFS 479 - Power, Conflict, Violence, and the Family Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: WGS 479
Introduction to power and conflict in intimate and familial relations. Neglect, abuse, molestation, rape, battering, and violence.
PREREQ: CFS 201
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CFS 482 - Development in Immigrant & Refugee Families Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: CFS 682
Family functioning in immigrant and refugee families. Psychosocial
adjustment, physical health and well-being, economic conditions, employment patterns, parent-child relationships, schooling, identity, and community relations. Additional work required of graduate students.
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CFS 486 - Family Life Education Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: CFS 686
The course is intended to prepare students for the role of family life professionals and educators. Students will learn to apply their knowledge of family theories and other relevant theoretical perspectives to real life settings. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: CFS 201 OR CFS 202
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CFS 487 - Critical Incidents in Family Development Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Impact of various crises upon the family system: mental and physical health, intellectual disability, alcoholism, death, marital discord, unemployment, etc. Opportunity for investigation of areas of special interest.
PREREQ: CFS 201
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CFS 490 - Independent Study Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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CFS 492 - Child Internship Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Every semester
Opportunities for upper-division students to apply their knowledge bases to economic, political, and social issues that impinge on how children and families can be expected to function in the larger society.
PREREQ: CFS 202 and CFS 391
COREQ: CFS 335
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CFS 493 - Youth and Family Internship Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Every semester
Seminar and supervised internship in the community designed to apply theory to practice by developing skills in working with children, youth and families, learning to work within an organization, and identifying career goals.
PREREQ: CFS 391
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CFS 494 - HDFS Capstone Internship Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Every semester
Supervised internship and seminar in professional human services organizations. Students will implement evidence-based research and practice in community settings resulting in a capstone project.
PREREQ: CFS 492 or CFS 493
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CFS 497 - Human Development Program Administration Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
A study of the organization and administration practices applicable to human service organizations. Topics of special consideration will include leadership, staff management, financial management, facilities, enrollment, and family and community relations.
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CFS 499 - Honors Capstone Project Human Development and Family Science
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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CFS 597 - Early Childhood Program Administration Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Prepares students to administer, coordinate, promote, consult, and assist in the start-up and development of early childhood program services.
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