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Human Ecology Minor

The Human Ecology minor consists of 21 semester hours approved in consultation with a FCS advisor. A minimum of nine hours must be numbered 300 or above. The minor is designed to highlight the Human Ecology/ Family & Consumer Sciences theoretical framework. The minor will not meet the requirements for state certification for teaching family and consumer sciences.

Courses	Credits
FCS 230 Consumer Education	3
FCS 285 Lifespan Human Development	3
FCS 480 Dynamics of Family Relationships	3
FCS 430 Family Resource Management	3
Electives (Credit hours chosen from departmental courses in consultation with minor advisor)	9
Total	21

Who would be interested in this minor?

Business majors who want to gain a greater understanding of their customers, clients, and employees.
Psychology or sociology majors who want a broader background in the developmental issue of individuals and families.
Pre-med majors who want a greater understanding of issues related to individuals and families.

Overview: Family & Consumer Sciences programs of study have a common theme. Each, in some way addresses the social, physical and economic well being of individuals and families as they function in their communities at home and around the world. The programs in the department focus on the fundamental building blocks of human existence - food, shelter, clothing, human relationships, commerce and family life. This minor focus¹s on understanding and application of Human Ecological theory and other compatible systems theories that address individuals, families and society.

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