family studies degree gives you insights into family dynamics and behaviors and provides you with a foundation to plan, implement and evaluate strategies designed to promote positive growth and development in individuals and families. You will learn how to facilitate healthy interactions within families to foster positive communication and connections. You will also study individuals’ stages of development – from birth to death – and examine how these stages can affect family dynamics. Professionals in the family education field aim to create positive family environments where everyone benefits from supportive communication.

Students complete coursework to prepare for counseling and research roles that focus on maintaining healthy families. The family studies degree includes courses on parenting, family systems, child growth and development, family communication and relationships.

Concordia University’s online family studies degree program is approved by the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). Graduates earn the designation of Certified Family Life Educator.