The Bachelor of Arts in Consumer & Family Sciences, Child Studies Concentration, is designed to develop understanding of children and their needs. Students gain knowledge of the intellectual, physical, social and emotional principles critical to working with children. The program, which leads to the bachelor of arts degree, includes courses on nutrition, family relations, developing age appropriate curriculum, child development and assessment, psychology and parenting. Students will have the opportunity to apply this knowledge through practical experiences in a variety of settings through the required internship.
Total Credits Required
128 Credits; 44 hours of Gen. Ed.
Prerequisites
Education
Students must meet undergraduate admission requirements. http://www.wku.edu/Info/Admissions
Delivery Method
OnLine
Blackboard
Specific Technology Requirements
Computer
PC computer using Windows 98 or higher or Macintosh/Apple computer using OS 8.0 or higher
Internet Access
Internet access required.
E-Mail
E-mail required.
Software
Many times, courses will have accompanying documentation in Microsoft Word or PowerPoint format. If your computer does not have Microsoft Office, you will need Word or PowerPoint viewers. An Internet browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher (PC only), Netscape Navigator 7.1 or higher, or Firefox 1.0 or higher (all Platforms).
