190 ChFam 2620 ChFam DV3350 ChFam 3500 ChFam 3550 ChFam 3640 ChFam 4710* ChFam 4860* Taken concurrently Planning Creative Learning Experiences for Young Children (3) Diversities Within Families (3) Young Children at Risk (3) Parenting Education (3) Working with Parents (3) Advanced Guidance St Planning (3) Practicum (3) Family Studies MINOR » Grade Requirements: An overall GPA of 2.00 or "C" in courses used toward the minor. » Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 18 credit hours, of which at least 6 must be upper division (courses courses numbered 3000 and above). Secondary Education Teaching majors may select this minor as a Family Studies Teaching Minor. Students who do so must satisfy the Teacher Education admission and certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department). The Family Studies Teaching minor requires an overall GPA of 2.75. Required Courses (9 credit hours) ChFam 1400 Marriage as an Interpersonal Process (3) ChFam SS 1500 Human Development (3) ChFam 2400 Family Relations (3) Faculty Advisor Approved Elective Courses (9 credit hours) Select 9 credit hours from the following with at least 6 credit hours of upper-division courses (numbered 3000 and higher) ChFam 2100 Family Resource Management (3) ChFam 2500 Develop of the Child: Birth-Eight (3) ChFam 2610 Guidance Based on Development Theory (3) ChFam 3150 Consumer Rights St Responsibilities (3) ChFam DV3350 Diversities Within Families (3) ChFam 3450 Adult Development (3) ChFam 3500 Young Children at Risk (3) ChFam 3550 Parenting Education (3) ChFam 3650 Family Processes (3) ChFam 4400 The Family in Stress (3) ChFam 4500 Comparative Study of Childhood and Adolescent Development (3) ChFam 4650 Family Life Education Methods (3) Early Childhood » Program Prerequisite: Before beginning this program, a student must see the Student Advisor in Education Building Room 241 (801-626-6411). » Grade Requirements: An overall GPA of 2.00 or "C" and a grade of "C" or better in required courses. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 63-69 credit hours is required for graduation - 27-29 of these are required within the major. A total of 5 upper division credit hours is required within the major (courses numbered 3000 and above). Advisement Students must follow the Department of Child and Family Studies Advisement procedures. Contact the student advisor located in the Education Building, Room 241 (801-626-6411). Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (refer to page 18). Before enrolling in ChFam 2610 or 2620, students must be fingerprinted and have a background check. If the background check reveals misconduct you will not be allowed to enroll in these courses or any others which include field experiences, practica, or student teaching. This is in compliance with Utah State law. Allow for an eight week response time from the state. General Education Refer to pages 36-40 for Associate of Applied Science requirements. ChFam SS1500 will fulfill both a major and general education requirement and is prerequisite to most Child and Family Studies Department major courses. Course Requirements for A.A.S. Degree General Education Requirements (18 credits) Composition (3) Oral Communication (3) Math or Discipline-Specific Statistics (3) Creative Arts St Humanities (3) Life St Physical Sciences (3) Social Sciences (3) Child & Family Courses Required (minimum of 29-31 credit hours) ChFam SS 1500 Human Development (3) ChFam 2400 Family Relations (3) ChFam 2500 Development of the Child: Birth Through Eight (3) ChFam 2600 Intro to Early Childhood Education (3) ChFam 2610 Guidance Based on Developmental Theory (3) ChFam 2620 Planning Creative Experiences for Young Children (3) ChFam 2860* Practicum (4-6) ChFam 2990A* Seminar in Child Development (1) ChFam 3500 Young Children at Risk (3) ChFam 3640 Working with Parents (3) * should be taken concurrently Electives (minimum 18 credit hours) Select 18 additional credit hours with the approval of an advisor. Seek additional depth in Child and Family Studies and also select courses from across campus to enhance teaching competency in the areas of Art, Science, Literature, Music, Health & First Aid, etc. Advisors will suggest specific appropriate courses. Students should work closely with an advisor if they are planning to go on for a future Early Childhood baccalaureate or a teaching certificate. Suggested Course Sequence The following suggested course sequence is provided to assist students in planning their schedules. Use this only as a guideline and be sure to consult with an advisor. Freshman Fall Freshman Spring Composition 3 Oral Communication 3 Math 3 Math 3 Creative A and H 3 Science 3 ChFam SS1500 3 ChFam 2500 3 ChFam 2400 3 ChFam 2600 2 Total Hours 15 Total Hours 14 Sophomorl Fall ....... Sophomore Spring ChFam 2620 3 ChFam 2860 4-6 ChFam 3640 3 ChFam 2990A 1 ChFam 2610 3 Electives 3(4) Elective 3(4) Elective 3(4) Elective 3(4) Elective 3(4) Total Hours 15-17 Total Hours 14-19 Bachelor of Integrated Studies (BIS) EMPHASIS » Grade Requirements: An overall GPA of 2.00 or "C" in courses used toward the minor. » Credit Hour Requirements: A minimum of 18 credit hours from Child and Family Studies. Two courses must be upper division. Required Courses (9 credit hours) ChFam 1400 Marriage as an Interpersonal Process (3) ChFam SS 1500 Human Development (3) ChFam 2400 Family Relations (3) Electives (minimum 9 credit hours) Elective courses to be determined in conference with a department advisor. ILY CHILDHOOD LABORATORY The Melba S. Lehner Children's School serves as an early childhood laboratory to give students practical experience in early childhood environments. Students must complete Child and Family Studies 2610, 2620, and 3640 at a B level and apply to the Director of the Melba S. Lehner Children's School two semesters prior to the student teaching. Other practical experience can be arranged with an advisor. CHILD AND FAMILY STUDIES COURSES ChFam 1400. Marriage as an Interpersonal Process (3) An introductory survey course which addresses individual, interpersonal, and developmental dynamics essential for sustaining interpersonal and marital relationships. ChFam SSI500. Human Development (3) A survey course which addresses the developmental aspects of individuals across the lifespan. Course content encompasses the study of biological, cognitive, social, and emotional developmental changes of the healthy individual in the context of the family and society. It emphasizes and demonstrates the vital connections between theory, research, and application. ChFam 2100. Family Resource Management (3) Understanding the significance of values, goals, attitudes and planning strategies in the management of human, economic and environmental resources as they relate to increasing satisfaction and the enhancement of family relationships. ChFam 2400. Family Relations (3) Examines dynamics of the healthy family using family theory, individual life span development, research, and active learning experiences. ChFam 2500. Development of the Child: Birth Through Eight (3) Focuses on developmental characteristics, developmental processes, and events and circumstances that influence the development of a child from birth through eight years of age. Prerequisite: ChFam SS1500. ChFam 2570. The Child from Six to Twelve (3) Focuses on the developmental characteristics, processes, and events that influence the growth of the child from six to twelve years. Examines the interactive efforts that the culture, family, school and peers have on development during this period. Prerequisite: ChFam SS1500. 191 ChFam 2600. Introduction to Early Childhood Education (3) An overview of the historical roots of early childhood education; theoretical approaches, developmentally appropriate practice, types and efficacy of early childhood programs; and political issues and ethical conduct within the early childhood profession. Prerequisite: ChFam SSI500 or equivalent. ChFam 2610. Guidance Based on Developmental Theory (3) The development of a philosophy and a plan of action for guiding the child based on theories of development. Lectures combine with laboratory experiences to provide opportunity for building relationships with young children. Lab experience to be arranged (2 hrs per week). Prerequisite: ChFam 2500 and ChFam 2600, or consent of instructor. ChFam 2620. Planning Creative Experiences for Young Children (3) Development of attitudes, materials, and skills needed to plan and teach age, individually, and culturally appropriate curriculum for young children. Two hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Prerequisites: ChFam 2500 and ChFam 2600. ChFam 2830. Directed Readings (1-3) (when needed) Individually chosen readings on specialized topics supervised by a faculty member. Prerequisite: consent of faculty supervisor prior to registration. ChFam 2850. Child Development Associate Training (2) Understanding child development concepts and applying them to teaching situations with young children. The Professional Resource File in preparation for National Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) is compiled during the course. ChFam 2860. Practicum (2-6) (when needed) Work experience which applies prior academic learning in a supervised setting. Prerequisite: Consent of faculty supervisor prior to registration. ChFam 2890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) Open to all students in the Child and Family Studies Department who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. ChFam 2900. Career Development (2) A comprehensive approach toward career development, planning and selection. ChFam 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) (when needed) Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. ChFam 2990A. Seminar in Child Development (1) Discussion and analysis of readings and selected topics in growth, development, and education of the young child. ChFam 2990B. Seminar in Family Studies (3) Discussion and analysis of special topics for Family Studies majors including professional skills, professional credentials, and the development of professional ethics. ChFam 3150. Consumer Rights and Responsibilities (3) The role and responsibilities of the family and its members as consumers. An exploration of marketplace fact and fraud and identification of consumer resources. General PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GENED Interdisciplinary FYE HNRS BIS LIBSCI INTRD MINORS Applied Science & Technology CEET CS MFET/MET CMT DG PRENGR AUTOSV/AUTOTC IDT SST TBE Arts & Humanities COMM ENGL FORLNG DANCE MUSIC THEATR ART Business & Econ MBA MPACC/ACCTNG BUSADM FIN LOM MGMT MKTG ECON/QUANT IS&T Education MEDUC CHFAM- ATHL/AT HEALTH/NUTRI PE/REC EDUC Health Professions CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS/HIM NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY Science BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH/MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL Social & Behavioral Sciences CJ ECON GEOGR HIST POLSC PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY ANTHRO AEROSP MILSCI NAVSCI Continuing Ed Davis Campus Weber State University Weber State University