The certificate in advanced marriage and family functioning provides students with a basic understanding of the theory and research related to healthy relationships. Students will also develop skills related to communication, advocacy, and money management.


Essential Knowledge and Skills
Outcomes
- Communicate effectively in writing regarding marriage and family.
- Create practical plans for improving marriage and family functioning.
- Synthesize relevant research findings pertaining to marriage and family.
- Effectively advocate for marriage and family through persuasive speaking.

- Social and human service assistant
- Juvenile services
- Childcare worker/teacher
- Psychiatric technician
- Case aide
Or, search for jobs requiring the skills obtained, such as writing, problem solving, and persuasive speaking.
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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.
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Students who complete an associate degree in family history research may continue on and earn a bachelor's degree in Professional Studies.