192 193 Family Studies Professional Core Block Courses Required (36 semester hours) • Block 1 ChFam 2990B ChFam DV3350 ChFam 3450 ChFam SI3850 • Block 2 Health 3500 ChFam 3550 ChFam 3650 ChFam 4400 • Block 3 ChFam 4500 ChFam 4650 ChFam 4860 ChFam 4990B Seminar in Family Studies (3) Diversity Within Families (3) Adult Development (3) Current Research Methods in Child & Family Studies (3) Human Sexuality (3) Parenting Education (3) Family Processes (3) The Family in Stress (3) Comparative Study of Childhood & Adolescent Development (3) Family Life Education Methods (3) Practicum (3) Senior Seminar in Family Studies (3) Child and Family Studies » Program Prerequisite: Enroll in the General Honors Program and complete 10 hours of General Honors courses (see the Honors Program). » Grade Requirements: Maintain a grade of "B" or better in all Child and Family Studies courses. » Credit Hour Requirements: Fulfill the requirements for the Early Childhood Major, Early Childhood Education, or the Family Studies Major and complete one of the following two options:* Option I In fulfilling a Child and Family Studies Honors major, complete at least 18 hours of Honor courses, including at least 2 hours in ChFam 4860 taken as Child and Family Honors Practicum. A student may earn Child and Family Honors credit in any Child and Family Studies course numbered 2000 and above.** Option II In fulfilling a Child and Family Studies Honors major, complete at least 12 hours of honor courses, of which at least 2 hours in ChFam 4860 must be taken as Child and Family Honors Practicum. A student may earn Child and Family Honors credit in any Child and Family Studies course numbered 2000 and above.** In addition, complete 6 to 9 hours in Honors 4990B, Honors Senior Project. The purpose of this stipulation is to provide an opportunity for the student to do a research project of quality to be presented to the faculty or to a professional meeting. * A student is free to switch options with the consent of the major advisor. Any course selected for honors may be changed to non-honors status within the first 5 weeks of the semester. " Permission from the department chair must be sought before registering in a course for honors credit. A written agreement should be reached with the appropriate professor concerning the work expected for honors credit. (See also Honors Program.) Child Development » 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). 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. Course Requirements for Minor Required Courses (12 credit hours) ChFam 2500 Development of the Child: Birth Through Eight (3) ChFam 2570 The Child from Six toTwelve (3) ChFam 2610 Guidance Based on Developmental Theory (3) ChFam 4500 Comparative Study in Child & Adolescent Development (3) Electives (5-6 credit hours) Select at least two courses from the following ChFam 2400 ChFam 2600 ChFam 2620 ChFam DV3350 ChFam 3500 ChFam 3550 ChFam 3640 ChFam 4710* ChFam 4860* * Taken concurrently Family Relations (3) Intro to Early Childhood Education (3) Planning Creative Learning Experiences for Young Children (3) Diverse Families (3) Young Children at Risk (3) Parenting Education (3) Working with Parents (3) Advanced Guidance & Planning (3) Practicum (3) Family Studies minor ^ggggggggggtjggggi » 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 SS1500 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 & Responsibilities (3) ChFam DV3350 Diverse 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) Bachelor of Integrated Studies (BIS) ■mAmoMawmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm»WAmmm»WAmm » 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 SS1500 Human Development (3) ChFam 2400 Family Relations (3) Electives (minimum 9 credit hours) Elective courses to be determined in conference with a department advisor. Early Childhood associate of applied science degree {a.a.s.) » 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 (see 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 36-41 for Associate of Applied Science requirements. ChFam SSI500 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 (6) EngEN 1010 (3) EngEN 2010 (3) Quantative Literacy (3) Humanities/Creative Arts (3) HU 1020 (3) recommended Social Science (3) ChFam SS1500 recommended Physical & Life Sciences (3) Child & Family Courses Required (minimum of 29-31 credit hours) ChFam SS1500 Human Development (3) Family Relations (3) Development of the Child: Birth Through Eight (3) Intro to Early Childhood Education (3) Guidance Based on Developmental Theory (3) ChFam 2400 ChFam 2500 ChFam 2600 ChFam 2610 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 Please refer to this program in the on-line catalog (weber.edu/catalog) and/or contact the department for a suggested course sequence. CHILD AND FAMILY STUDIES COURSES ■ CHFAM 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 SS1500. 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 SSI 500. 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 SS1500 or equivalent. PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GEN ED Interdisciplinary FYE HNRS BIS LIBSCI INTRD MINORS Applied Science A Technology CEET CS MFET/MET CMT CDGT ENGR AUTOSV/AUTOTC IDT SST TBE Arts A 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 CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS/HIM NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY mm— BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH/MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL SocialA Behavioral MCJ/CJ ECON GEOGR HIST POLSC PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY ANTHRO AEROSP MILSCI NAVSCI Continuing Ed ampus WEBER STATE UNIVER 2002-2003 CATALOG S I T Y weber state unive 2002-2003 Catalog R S I T Y