Marriage and Family Studies

The associate degree in marriage and family studies will build upon the development of skills obtained during a student’s introductory certificate. Students will also deepen their understanding of both research and theory pertaining to healthy marriage and family functioning. They will also have an advanced understanding of family functioning and demonstrate communication, writing, and research skills. This degree is developed and granted by BYU-Idaho.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

Outcomes

Demonstrate effective communication skills.
Create practical plans for improving marital and family functioning.
Synthesize relevant research findings pertaining to marriage and family studies.
Effectively advocate for and "promote...measures designed to maintain and strengthen the family as a fundamental unit of society."
Demonstrate leadership qualities consistent with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Associate of Applied Science of Marriage and Family Studies

Program Requirements

Complete two certificates as described below, plus additional requirements.

Certificate

15 CREDITS

Associate

15 CREDITS

Bachelor's

120 CREDITS

Complete the following certificate:

15 Credits

Marriage, Family, and Human Relations

Complete the following certificate:

15 Credits

Advanced Marriage and Family Functioning

After an associate degree students may continue and earn a bachelor's degree in marriage and family studies. This will require students to earn a third (advanced) certificate, as well as additional degree requirements.

To complete an associate degree, the following courses are required in addition to the certificates stated above:

Complete the following additional requirements:

General Education Courses

18 credits

Electives

Approximately 9 credits

Previously earned course credits from PathwayConnect and/or other colleges and universities will be evaluated after a student is admitted and submits valid transcripts.

Degree Options

Customize your degree

BYU-Pathway degree programs (offered in partnership with and granted from BYU-Idaho) are made up of a series of certificates, general and religious education courses, and electives.

Use the following tool to view options for building a degree.
View descriptions for individual certificates and degrees .

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Select 1st certificate

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Associate Degree Associate of Applied Business Management Associate of Applied Technology Associate of Applied Health Associate of Family History Research Associate of Marriage & Family Studies Associate of Professional Studies

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Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Applied Business Management Bachelor's of Applied Technology Bachelor's of Marriage & Family Studies Bachelor's of Applied Health Bachelor's of Professional Studies

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Associate

Bachelor's

First Certificate Associate of Family History Research Associate of Applied Business Management Associate of Applied Technology Associate of Marriage & Family Studies Associate of Professional Studies Associate of Applied Health Bachelor's of Applied Business Management Bachelor's of Applied Technology Bachelor's of Marriage & Family Studies Bachelor's of Professional Studies Bachelor's of Applied Health

Certificate

First Certificate

Certificate

Second Certificate

General Education & Elective Courses

Certificate

Third Certificate

General Education & Elective Courses

Bachelor's of Professional Studies

Students who complete an associate degree in family history research may continue on and earn a bachelor's degree in Professional Studies.