Bachelor of Applied Science
Family and Human Services
The bachelor’s degree in family and human services prepares students for careers in family life education, human services, advocacy groups, nonprofit organizations, and youth services.
Through this program, students will learn principles and skills pertaining to healthy family functioning, including skills related to communication and conflict management. Students will also develop skills pertaining to effective advocacy, problem solving, and basic social science research.
This degree is developed and granted by BYU-Idaho, with
Looking Ahead
Potential Employment
In the United States, a master's degree could be required in this field before higher paying jobs could be expected. Some mid-range positions could be obtained in the following areas:
- Social and community services
- Family mediation
- Parent education
- Family issues and child advocacy
Bachelor of Science of Family and Human Services
Program requirements
To earn a bachelor’s degree, you will complete three certificates plus additional general education and religion courses.Family & Human Services Path
Steps to your Bachelor's Degree in Family and Human Services
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General Education Courses (28 credits)
Associate Degree General Courses (11 credits)
| Course Code | Course Name | # of Credits |
| GE 103 |
Online University Success
| 1 |
| GS 170 |
Career Development
| 1 |
| MATH 108X |
Math for the Real World
| 3 |
| WRIT 101 |
Writing in Professional Contexts
| 3 |
| BUS 301 |
Advanced Writing in Professional Contexts
| 3 |
Bachelor's Degree General Courses (17 credits)
| Course Code | Course Name | # of Credits |
| FCS 160 |
Family Leadership and Resource Management
| 3 |
| GESCI 110 |
Sustaining Human Life
| 3 |
| HUM 110 |
Discovery and Discernment Through the Arts
| 3 |
| PUBH 132 |
Personal Health and Wellness
| 3 |
| PEACE 101 |
Conflict and Peace
| 3 |
| GS 497* |
Professional Projects
| 2 |
* Capstone course
Religion Courses (14 free credits)
Religion Cornerstone Courses
| Course Code | Course Name | # of Credits |
| REL 200A | The Eternal Family A | 1 |
| REL 200B | The Eternal Family B | 1 |
| REL 225A | Foundations of the Restoration A | 1 |
| REL 225B | Foundations of the Restoration B | 1 |
| REL 250A | Jesus Christ and the Everlasting Gospel A | 1 |
| REL 250B | Jesus Christ and the Everlasting Gospel B | 1 |
| REL 275A | Teachings and Doctrine of the Book of Mormon A | 1 |
| REL 275B | Teachings and Doctrine of the Book of Mormon B | 1 |
Religion Elective Courses
| Course Code | Course Name | # of Credits |
| REL 280A | Answering My Gospel Questions A | 1 |
| REL 280B | Answering My Gospel Questions B | 1 |
| REL 290A | The Divine Gift of Forgiveness A | 1 |
| REL 290B | The Divine Gift of Forgiveness B | 1 |
| REL 333A | Teachings of the Living Prophets A | 1 |
| REL 333B | Teachings of the Living Prophets B | 1 |
Why choose this degree?
The bachelor’s degree in family and human services has a strong emphasis on the development of employable skills. Specifically, this degree emphasizes effective communication, professional writing, teaching skills, synthesizing research, basic data analysis, problem-solving, conflict resolution, persuasive speaking and writing, and other interpersonal and leadership skills. These skills can help students obtain employment in a variety of work settings, including but not limited to human services, parent education, and child advocacy. Additionally, these skills assist students in establishing and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships-especially in the family. This degree will provide students with an extensive understanding of family systems and relationships.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
Outcomes
- Communicate effectively
- Problem-solve at individual and group levels
- Employ basic research skills
- Demonstrate fundamental knowledge regarding healthy relationships
- Demonstrate leadership qualities consistent with the gospel of Jesus Christ.