Family Studies
Bachelor of Science, Contemporary Issues in Family Studies
In our rapidly changing society, the role of "family" is constantly being redefined. The Saint Joseph College Family Studies major provides an in-depth analysis of the impact and meaning of family in our world. As a Family Studies major, you will study a variety of aspects related to the modern family, including nutrition, family relations, financial planning and research. Benefits of the Saint Joseph College degree program include:
A Personalized Course of Study
As a Family Studies major, your studies begin with a core curriculum that includes Psychology, Sociology, Writing, Human Development, and Family Relations. The Contemporary Family Issues area of concentration may be combined with minors in chld study, gerontology, or other related academic disciplines. As a concentrated major, your course work, reflects your area of interest. Many students combine minors in Management, Psychology, or other fields to complement their work in Family Studies.
Internship Opportunities
Students of the Family Studies degree program participate in self designed internships throughout the area. Recently, students have worked and studied at the Department of Consumer Protection, Saint Agnes Home, the state judicial system, the Department of Children and Families, and area youth and community service bureaus.
Graduate Success
Graduates from the Saint Joseph College Family Studies Program have found employment at institutions such as New Britain Visiting Nurses Association, the Jesuit Volunteers AIDS Program, the Department of Children and Families, Family Resource Centers, Wheeler Clinic, and the Village for Families and Children. With a degree in Family Studies, you can pursue the following career options:
- Advocate, Parent
- Consumer Affairs Staff
- Director, Community Service
- Director, Senior Center
- Caseworker
- Counselor
- Director, Group Home
- Extension Service Specialist
- Social Work Trainee
