Explore concepts of the individual, family, and community. Further develop your understanding as you discover the connections between them within historical, political, and social climates.
Are you interested in the welfare and empowerment of families? Families play a critical role in human development and personal well-being, and a background in family-based work gives you an opportunity to have a positive impact in your community that can last for generations.
Students in Champlain’s Family Studies minor will explore theoretical and practical understandings of the family; the interconnectedness of community, individual development, and family; and the historical, political, and social climates in which families exist.
A minor in Family Studies can provide significant support throughout a career in areas like human services, health services, law, psychology, communications, program development, education, and public policy. In addition to naturally complementing majors like Criminal Justice, Environmental Studies & Policy, Law, Psychology, and Social Work, the Family Studies minor adds a valuable educational component to any major.
Upon completion of this minor, you will be able to:
Choose six credits of the following electives:
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