The Department of Child & Family Studies offers the tools you need for a successful career working with and educating families and children. Along with a curriculum geared toward your career goals, the department has accomplished faculty, friendly and supportive staff and active student organization. The department offers majors in Early Childhood, Early Childhood Education and Family Studies.
Departments
Child & Family Studies
Teacher Education
From the beginning of 91¶ÌÊÓƵ more than 125 years ago, teacher preparation has been a focus of the institution. This emphasis continues today in the Teacher Education department with majors in Elementary Education, Special Education, and licensure programs in Early Childhood Education and Secondary Education.
Health, Physical Education & Recreation
The Department of Health, Physical Education & Recreation offers training for careers helping individuals lead higher-quality lives by being active, healthy and free of injuries. Degree programs include Health Promotion, Physical Education, Outdoor & Community Recreation Education and Sport Coaching.
Exercise & Nutrition Sciences
The Department of Exercise & Nutrition Sciences expert faculty can set you on a path toward a rewarding career in exercise and sport science or nutrition education. In this department, you can learn to help others maintain and enhance their fitness and well-being and/or optimal nutrition for development, athletic performance and health.