CHILD AND FAMILY STUDIES (CFS)

CFS (HEC) 1000. Introduction to the Profession. Lec. 1. Credit 1.
Prerequisite: Human Ecology and Child and Family Studies major and minor or consent of instructor. Introduction to college: the HEC/CFS majors and student opportunities. Review of the history, philosophy, trends, and professional publications and associations in HEC/CFS. Exploration of career opportunities.

CFS (HEC) 1010. Life Span Development. Lec. 3. Credit 3.
Development of individuals across the life span and factors that influence this development. Focus on biological, cognitive, and socio-emotional processes.

CFS 1210. Field Experiences: Child and Family Studies. Lab. 4. Credit 1.
Students participate in professional related activities via: diverse agency and educational settings through guided observations, interviews, and "hands-on" experiences; planned special activities; attendance at career-related events; and events of students' own choosing.

CFS 1300. Introduction to the Family. Lec. 1. Credit 1.
Corequisite: CFS 1310. Fundamental concepts and trends related to current challenges of families, marriage, parenthood, and work.

CFS 1310. Field Experiences: Family and Community. Lab. 4. Credit 1.
Corequisite: CFS 1300. Field experience in community agencies and organizations and family settings and their interrelationships.

CFS (HEC) 2060. The Family System. Lec. 2. Credit 2.
The family as a social system. Family-community relationships including partnerships with families of children with special needs.

CFS (HEC) 2200. Development of Young Children: Conception to Age 9. Lec. 3. Lab. 1. Credit 3.
Basic principles and theories of early childhood development, with emphasis on factors influencing typical development, the importance of developmentally appropriate practices, identification of at-risk populations, and understanding basic special needs principles and laws. Candidates will complete approximately 8-10 hours of observation.

CFS (HEC) 2210. Field Experience: Observation of Young Children. Lab. 8. Credit 1.
Corequisite CFS 2200. Learn and practice observational techniques, approaches, and instruments appropriate for young children in various settings.

CFS (HEC) (ECSP) 2400. Children with Special Needs. Lec. 3. Credit 3.
Corequisite: CFS 2410. Knowledge of risk factors, developmental delay, and categories of disability. Understanding of special education and its emphasis on prevention, early intervention, and services in normal environments.

CFS (ECSP, HEC) 2410. Practicum: Young Children with Special Needs. Lab. 4. Credit 1.
Corequisite: CFS 2400. Supervised participation in service delivery settings.

CFS (HEC) 3500. Development: Middle Childhood/Adolescence. Lec. 3. Credit 3.
Basic principles of child development from ten to eighteen years.

CFS (HEC) 3520. Parenting and Child Guidance. Lec. 2. Credit 2.
Child guidance techniques in family, educational, and community settings. Parenting styles and their influence on child development and the parent-child relationship. Techniques and strategies for supporting parents.

CFS (HEC) 3600. Family, Community & Professional Partnerships. Lec. 2. Credit 2.
Study of the development of alliances among families, childrens' and families' advocates, and professionals. The development of collaboration and communication skills, including conferencing and interviewing skills. (Same as HEC 352: Parent Education, prior to Fall 1998.)

CFS 4000. Seminar: Professional Development Issues. Lec. 2. Credit 2.
Study of professional and multicultural issues. Examination of relevant professional topics, including legal and behavior/group management issues. Continued development of communication skills, including problem-solving, and conflict resolution.

CFS (ECSP) 4890. Seminar: Student Teaching/Internship. Lec. 3. Credit 3.
Examination of important professional topics, including a personal and professional profile, a portfolio, a resume, professional behavior, and professional organizations. Analysis of personal and professional resources.

CFS 4900. Community Field Experience. Lab. 4. Credit 1.
Prerequisite: Senior standing. Preparation for internship. Involvement with community agencies and programs serving children and families.