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 support and resources coming from BYU-Pathway Worldwide.

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.

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 requirements:

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