Undergraduate Programs
The
Human Development and Family Sciences undergraduate program is one of
the most popular majors in the University because the program content
is important,
the faculty are outstanding, and we continue to build on a history of
excellent students. We offer a diverse set of options that cover all
aspects of individual and family development across the lifespan. We
have over 600 majors in our program. A listing of various
career opportunities and internship
information related to these options is available. More information
for prospective and current students can be found in Students (including
scholarships and degree requirements).
We have four options in our program:
- Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE)
- Human Services
- Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS)
- Gerontology (Petersen Program in Family Gerontology)
All of our undergraduate majors are required to complete an internship. This practical and exciting placement helps students gain experience and recommendations for employment. For those who are interested in early childhood education we have a state of the art Child Development Center and opportunities for teaching experience.
We also have an undergraduate program in Gerontology. Students earning a baccalaureate degree in any major at OSU may earn a Certificate in Gerontology. The certificate increases a student's employability in the many professional areas related to aging and is a nationally recognized way of identifying a professional's academic study in aging.
Dear HDFS Students: Welcome back to an exciting new year! We have lots of improvements planned for our major. Information about: our new resouce fee and upcoming HDFS events. Carolyn Aldwin, PhD, Chair HDFS
Advising
The recently expanded Office of Academic Advising and Student Services is a primary source of information for all College of Health and Human Sciences students. Students receive accurate, thorough, and timely information regarding their academic progress, job opportunities, and campus activities. Five full-time professional advisors oversee the undergraduate students within the College. Faculty members also have a vital role in undergraduate advising by providing professional and career advice, and serve as the primary advisors for graduate students. More information for prospective and current students can be found in Students.
