CFS 111 Human Nutrition (F) (3 hours) Web
Study of nutrients essential to human life and well-being. Nutrients are studied relative to their function in metabolism, sources in food, and relationship to health.
5 lessons, 14 vocabulary quizzes, 4 exams
CFS 191 Child Development (3 hours) Web
Study of the prenatal and postnatal factors that influence the physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional development of children. Implications and applications of concepts learned are stressed. Practical experiences provided in a field setting; students are responsible for arranging their own transportation.
10 lessons, 3 papers, and 1 exam
CFS 192 Working with Young Children and Families (3 hours) Web
An introductory course for those persons interested in providing services for infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children, both with and without disabilities, and their families. Practical experiences provided in a field setting; students are responsible for providing their own transportation.
15 lessons and 2 exams
CFS 310 Management of Family Resources (3 hours) Web
Study of consumer and marketplace interactions in the purchase of goods and services. Decision-making processes are applied to individual and family resources for achieving maximum personal satisfaction.
4 modules with 12 lessons, 1 project, 4 exams
CFS 311 - Family Relations Web
Prerequisites: Junior standing.
Study of issues affecting individual and family well-being. Interpersonal relationships and communication skills necessary to achieve quality of life are addressed.
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CFS 395 Child and Family Stress (3 hours) Web
Acquaints student with major conceptual literature on family stress and resilience. Examines stress as experienced and perceived by children and their families. Factors that influence children’s coping with stress are emphasized.
3 lessons, 9 quizzes, 1 paper
CFS 494 Parenting Strategies (3 hours) Web
Study of the major theoretical and practical approaches to effective parenting strategies within functional families. Emphasis is placed on practicing techniques and skills which are developmentally appropriate for different ages of children.
7 assignments and 8 quizzes,