Course variations
| Study mode | Duration | Tuition fees | Start date | Venue |
| Full Time | Variable | $8544 for Spring; $712 per credit hour for Winter | Contact provider |
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Course summary
The central purpose of this program is to prepare students who are interested in working in a child and family-focused environment. The graduates will have a broad knowledge base working with children and families. The major will provide graduates with entry-level competencies for child and family life.
Program modules
Child Studies Major Requirements (Minor Required): REQUIRED COURSES: CFS 111 Human Nutrition; CFS 180 Foundations in FCS; CFS 191 Child Development; CFS 192 Working with Young Children & Families; CFS 294 Assessment of Young Children; CFS 299 Administration of Early Childhood Programs; CFS 310 Management of Family Resources; CFS 311 Family Relations; CFS 380 Professional Presentation Techniques in Family and Consumer Sciences; CFS 399 Implications of Research in Family and Child Studies; CFS 492 Growth and Guidance of Children; CFS 493 Family Life Education; CFS 494 Parenting Strategies; CFS 499 Critical Issues in Family and Child Studies; CFS-410 Internship; SOCL 300 Using Statistics in Sociology.
Entry requirement for international students
Students must have a 2.5 GPA or higher in order to apply. Only those students admitted into the program may enroll in CFS 313 (Practicum). Students must maintain a 2.5 GPA throughout their educational career.
Western Kentucky University accepts IELTS*
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Qualification
Bachelor degree
Awarding body
WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
Department name
College of Health and Human Services, Department of Consumer and Family Sciences
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