Mar 28, 2024  
2014-15 NSU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2014-15 NSU Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Human and Family Sciences B.S.-General and Early Care options - Major Code 8410 (8400/8407)


Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: Programs and Minors (by degree type)

Human and Family Sciences uses an integrative approach to the relationships among individuals, families, and communities and the environments in which they function. The program offers degrees in Human and Family Sciences. The program offers interdisciplinary courses available to students majoring in other fields.

The program uses an interdisciplinary approach to areas in the fields of HUMAN SCIENCES and EARLY CARE. Courses in fields such as business, science, sociology, psychology and education are selected to supplement the option listed above. Contact the program coordinator for the on line degree requirements. An internship which provides on-the-job training in the option is also offered.

This program leads to the Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Human and Family Sciences with an option in General Human and Family Sciences or Early Care.

General Education Requirements


A minimum of 49 hours of academic work in general education is required during the freshman and sophomore years.  For students transferring with the Associate of Arts degree or Associate of Science degree from a public institution in Oklahoma, all general education requirements will be satisfied with respect to degree requirements.  However, some majors may require other specific general education courses as program prerequisites or program requirements.  Students should consult advisors and the program’s plan of study for further information.  Students are required to complete general education requirements by the time they have completed 90 semester hours of college work.  See General Education Requirements for Bachelor’s Degrees  for more information.

Human and Family Sciences General Education Requirements


Students seeking a Bachelor of Science degree in Human and Family Sciences, regardless of emphasis, are encouraged to select these courses while completing General Education requirements.

Total Minimum 42 hours


Total Minimum Hours Required in HFS Major/Minor 60 hours


Notes


The 60 hour major-minor program may include the Human and Family Sciences Internship Block for those who qualify – The 18 hours consists of  HFS 4686 and 12 hours of Human and Family Sciences Electives. Internship requirements: cumulative GPA 2.25, 3.0 GPA in area of emphasis, have completed 9 hours in area of emphasis, have completed 84 semester hours (at least 24 from NSU), received approval from the HFS department; or 18 hours toward a minor (no internship) through consultation with the advisor.

Policies of the College of Science and Health Professions


ENGLISH PROFICIENCY: English proficiency is a graduation requirement. Components I and II of English proficiency should be met with grades of “C” or better prior to the completion of 60 credit hours.
UPPER DIVISION CREDIT: Total hours must include at least 40 hours of credit in courses numbered 3000 and above.
LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES: At least 55 semester credit hours are required in the liberal arts and sciences for a BS/BSED degree and 40 credit hours of liberal arts and science courses are required for a specialty degree (BSN).   Liberal Arts and Science courses are designated by a “#” after the course title.

 

Human and Family Sciences - Early Care Course Sequence


 The following represents a suggested 4-year sequence of courses. The sequence considers preequisites and specific scheduling of classes.

First Year - Freshman 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

*ENGL 1113 English Composition 1

*ENGL 1213 English Composition II

**Biological Sciences (4 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

**Quantitative Analysis (3 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

**Life Skills (3 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

*POLS 1113 American Federal Government

*HIST 1483 or 1493 Am Hist. (1492-1876) or since 1876

**Humanities-Culture & Ideas (3 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

*UNIV 1002 University Strategies

**Global Perspectives (3 hrs) See Courses in NSU Catalog

Total Hours  15   

Total Hours 15

 

Second Year - Sophomore 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

HFS 1103 Relationships and Marriages

*Communications (3 hrs) See Courses in NSU Catalog

Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 hrs) See List in NSU Catalog

 HFS 3113 Consumer Issues

*NUTR 1653 Basic Nutrition (Counts Toward Life Skills GE)

**Global Perspectives (3 hrs) See List in NSU Catalog

**Humanities-Fine Arts App. (3 hrs) See List in NSU Catalog

**Physical Sciences (4 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

HFS 1001 Introduction to HFS

*UNIV 2091 General Education Capstone

Electives (4 hrs)

Electives (3 hrs)

Total Hours 17

Total Hours 17

 

Third Year - Junior 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

HFS 3223 Infant/Toddler Development*

HFS 4213 Child Guidance

HFS 3463 Parenting

NUTR 3653 Food and Culture

NUTR 2103 Food Prep/Meal Management

HFS 3423 Child and Adolescent Development

***Minor (3 hrs)

HFS 4453 Infant/Toddler Relationships*

***Minor (3 hrs)

***Minor (3 hrs)

Total Hours 15

Total Hours 15

 

Fourth Year - Senior 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

HFS 4633 Professional Development

HFS 4792 HFS Capstone

NUTR 4243 Life Cycle Nutrition

HFS 4743 Family and Human Development

***Minor (3 hrs)

***Minor (3 hrs)

Electives (5 hrs)

***Minor (3 hrs)

 

Electives (4 hrs)

Total Hours 14

Total Hours 16

 

Total Degree Plan Hours 124 

*General Education Requirement.  **See current catalog “General Requirements” for selection. ***Minor required (18 hours)

Human and Family Sciences - General Course Sequence


 The following represents a suggested 4-year sequence of courses. The sequence considers prerequisites and specific scheduling of classes.

First Year - Freshman 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

*ENGL 1113 English Composition 1

*ENGL 1213 English Composition II

**Biological Sciences (4 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

**Quantitative Analysis (3 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

**Life Skills (3 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

*POLS 1113 American Federal Government

*HIST 1483 or 1493 Am Hist. (1492-1876) or since 1876

**Humanities-Culture & Ideas (3 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

*UNIV 1002 Univeristy Strategies

**Global Perspectives (3 hrs) See Courses in NSU Catalog

Total Hours  15

Total Hours 15

 

Second Year - Sophomore 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

HFS 1103 Relationships and Marriages

**Communications (3 hrs) See Courses in NSU Catalog

**Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 hrs) See List in NSU Catalog

 HFS 3113 Consumer Issues

*NUTR 1653 Basic Nutrition (Counts Toward Life Skills GE)

**Global Perspectives (3 hrs) See List in NSU Catalog

**Humanities-Fine Arts App. (3 hrs) See List in NSU Catalog

**Physical Sciences (4 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

HFS 1001 Introduction to HFS

*UNIV 2091 General Education Capstone

Electives (4 hrs)

 

Total Hours 17

Total Hours 14

 

Third Year - Junior 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

HFS 4393 The Aging Family

HFS 4213 Child Guidance

HFS 3463 Parenting

NUTR 3653 Food and Culture

NUTR 2103 Food Prep/Meal Management

HFS 3423 Child and Adolescent Development

***Minor (3 hrs)

***Minor (3 hrs)

***Minor (3 hrs)

Electives (4 hrs)

Total Hours 15

Total Hours 16

 

Fourth Year - Senior 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

HFS 4633 Professional Development

HFS 4792 HFS Capstone

HFS 4033 Families In Crisis

HFS 4743 Family and Human Development

NUTR 4243 Life Cycle Nutrition

***Minor (3 hrs)

***Minor (3 hrs)

***Minor (3 hrs)

Electives (4 hrs)

Electives (4 hrs)

Total Hours 16

Total Hours 16

 

Total Degree Plan Hours 124 

*General Education Requirement.  **See current catalog “General Requirements” for selection. ***Minor required (18 hours)

 

Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: Programs and Minors (by degree type)