Minor in Child and Family Studies
Gain Insight into Human Development and Family Dynamics
Explore Human Development and Family Dynamics. The Child and Family Studies Minor at UT Permian Basin lets students from different majors enhance their knowledge of human growth, family systems, and social connections. This minor is great for anyone looking to work in education, social services, healthcare, or any area that values an understanding of child and family development.
Minor Requirements
To earn a minor in Child and Family Studies, students must complete 18 semester credit hours, including:
- 12 upper-level credit hours (junior or senior level) from within the Child and Family Studies major
- Up to 6 lower-level credit hours, which can be satisfied by courses such as:
- TECA courses
- EDUC courses that are part of the Associate of Arts in Teaching degree
- SOCI 1301 – Introduction to Sociology
- PSYC 1301 – Introduction to Psychology
Career Paths
A minor in Child and Family Studies enhances your ability to work with children, families, and communities in meaningful ways. Pairing this minor with a related major can support careers such as:
- Teacher
- Social Services Professional
- Early Intervention Specialist
- Court Advocate
This minor adds valuable context to roles in education, advocacy, healthcare, and human services.
Degree Roadmap
Get all the details on our Child and Family Studies program, including admission requirements, financial considerations, class requirements, and more.
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