The Human Development and Family Studies option focuses on the developmental stages of the individual and the family through the life cycle. Enriching learning experiences with preschool children are provided in the UAPB Child Development Laboratory .
Students gain experience working with families in public and private agencies.
The program integrates academic study with experiential learning with children, families and community groups. The program requires that students complete a core of general education and institutional courses in addition to departmental requirements. The Internships and Co-Op experiences are an integral part of the program. These internships help the students reach their full potential and make them marketable in the work force.