Whether you’re just graduating high school, are elsewhere in the workforce, or are already working at a human services organization and want to improve your ability to assist those in need, a Human 发展 and Family Studies degree from Penn State 杜波依斯 enables you to positively impact the lives of others. All credits earned in the HDFS Associate program transfer to the Bachelor program, so that if you decide to continue your education you can do so, 很容易. The professional options available to those holding an HDFS degree from Penn State 杜波依斯 are almost limitless.
概述
The associate (2-year) degree in HDFS at 杜波依斯 integrates practical and academic experiences to provide the student with entry-level professional competence in the human service field. The objective of the major is to offer a general education background, a knowledge base in life span and family development, and a core of professional skills that may be applied in program planning and service delivery activities. The major is offered part-time, in the evening, and through independent learning.
There are three options available for the associate degree.
- Adult 发展 and Aging Services Option
- Children, Youth, and Family Services Option
- Early Childhood Care and Education Option