Overview

Course Details

Explore human development across the lifespan by pursuing the Human Development and Family Studies BA course at American Public University.

APU’s online human development degree examines human interaction, emphasizing how people are affected by their environments and how they impact others. Coursework covers lifespan development, human sexuality, family life, family communications, and parenting. Practical exercises allow you to apply your knowledge. Some activities have included interviewing senior citizens about the aging process, creating a parenting class brochure and presentation, and developing a preschool lesson plan.

Classes in this bachelor’s in human development can prepare you to pursue becoming a Certified Family Life Educator, Certified Child Life Specialist, or earning the Child Development Associate Credential.

Key Facts

Learn the terms, tools, and methods used in the field of human development and family studies
Learn the theories and practices that promote healthy development across the lifespan and across the family system
Explore current trends, viewpoints, controversies, and research in the field
Engage with research on topics impacting children and families
Complete practical assignments designed to support professional success

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The American Family

Child and Adolescent Development

Infant-Toddler Development

Parenting

Family Development

Human Life Span Development

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

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Courses Start Monthly

Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Charles Town, United States

Disciplines

Family & Consumer Science View 44 other Bachelors in Family & Consumer Science in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

All APU undergraduate programs require a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e. GED).
Please read all undergraduate admission requirements before applying to this program and be prepared to submit the required documentation.
There is no fee to complete the APU admission application.

TOEFL iBT minimum scores required: 21 in Reading, 23 in Writing

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10500 USD / year

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Out-of-State

10500 USD / year

≈ 10500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10500 USD / year

≈ 10500 USD / year

Additional Details

$250 with Preferred Military Rate
$315 with Veteran Grant

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