Family and Consumer Science, Minor in Family, Child, and Community Development
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Requirements | ||
| FCCS 102 | Multicultural Families & Comm. | 3 |
| FCCS 301 | Child Development/Laboratory | 1-3 |
| FCCS 302 | Family Relations | 3 |
| FCCS 401 | Human Sexuality & Fam Planning | 3 |
| FACS 480 | Adm Human Develop & Family Sys | 3 |
| FACS or FCCS Elective | 3 | |
FACS or FCCS Elective is any FACS or FCCS class, options include: FCCS 101, FCCS 381, FCCS 405, FACS 342, and FACS 403
FCCS 102. Multicultural Families & Comm.. (3 Credits)
This course explores various contemporary issues related to individual, family, and community roles, responsibilities, interpersonal interactions, functions and development tasks. Specific emphasis is placed upon cultural diversity among families in the United States.
FCCS 301. Child Development/Laboratory. (1-3 Credits)
This course explores the profession of child development. Special attention is given to the perceptual, social, emotional, cognitive and physical processes from infancy through age eight. The laboratory experience is an element of this course and taught simultaneously with the class. This allows students to work directly with children and to receive hands-on-experiences in the preschool classroom.
FCCS 302. Family Relations. (3 Credits)
Focus is on applying knowledge and theory to the study of how families relate to one another and manage their resources for both survival and fulfillment. Factors related to the development of functional family lifestyles are assessed from multiple perspectives.
FCCS 401. Human Sexuality & Fam Planning. (3 Credits)
The course investigates factors related to the development of lifestyles and families. Consideration is given to current issues relating to marriage and family life and those changes in society, which affect the institution of the family. The course explores concepts related to family planning and the relationship of sexual attitudes and behavior to human development and sexuality. Special emphasis on economic, social, cultural, legal, and political factors, which influence decisions, related to family planning, sexual behavior, and attitudes. Open to non-majors.
FACS 480. Adm Human Develop & Family Sys. (3 Credits)
This course examines principles and concepts related to administering human service programs and organizations in an environment designed to assist individuals with reaching their full potential. Key concepts include administration, organizational structure, supervision, and resource management. Issues related to planning and implementation are addressed. FACS MAJORS ONLY. Prerequisite: FACS 141 Perspectives of Professionalism, FCCS 102 Individual Family & Community Services, FCCS 301 Child Development/Laboratory.
