Careers in Family Science

This major provides an excellent foundation for graduate study in marriage and family therapy, clinical social work, community social work, urban planning, family policy, student services, among other areas.  This major provides work-ready experiences (including applied coursework and an internship) that lead to employment in the human services following graduation with the bachelor’s degree:

  • Case managers
  • Child welfare specialists
  • Juvenile justice specialist
  • Victim advocates
  • Substance abuse prevention and treatment services workers
  • Care home activities directors

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