You will enter Human Development & Family Science to learn how to support individuals and families in diverse settings. You will leave prepared to thrive in an array of careers, including healthcare, mental healthcare, education, nonprofit, and many more.
We have incredible faculty in the HDFS department who connect our course content to relevant issues, constantly improve their teaching strategies, and are committed to supporting us as future family science professionals.
Why HDFS @ UGA?
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What's your interest?
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Health and Wellness
Build upon foundational coursework in Human Development & Family Science to pursue graduate education for careers in medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, and others.
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Prevention and Intervention
Build upon foundational coursework in Human Development & Family Science to pursue graduate education in therapy, counseling, social work, nonprofit, policy/law, and others.
If you complete the prevention & intervention coursework, you may be eligible for Family Life Education Certification through the National Council on Family Relations.
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Child Life
If you are interested in Child Life, you can apply to obtain a Child Life Certificate or apply to the Child Emphasis. You will have the opportunity to observe developmentally appropriate practices at the Child Development Lab at the McPhaul Center.
Featured Faculty
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Kandauda A.S. Wickrama
Faculty
K.A.S. Wickrama brings his research experiences to the courses he teaches.
Meet a Student: Sarah Beth
Contact
For more information about our department, contact Dr. Melissa Scott Kozak or schedule an appointment with the Student Success & Advising Center.