Family Sciences

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This program strives to integrate relationships between individuals, families, and communities as well as the environments in which they function. This profession is concerned with: the strength and vitality of families; the use of personal, social, and material resources to meet human needs; the well-being of individuals and families; the role of individuals and families as consumers of goods and services; and the development and management of home and community environments that are supportive of individuals and families. Any student may take courses in this area for personal or professional development. Some FAS courses fulfill general education requirements (AGEC and A.A.S.) in the Social and Behavioral Sciences category. To reach the objectives of the profession, students are advised to continue and complete a bachelor’s degree for employability in this area.

Program Purpose

Graduates will demonstrate (1) basic knowledge in family sciences that will prepare them for transfer to the university and (2) critical thinking skills in AWC’s General Education focus areas.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify and discuss effective communication practices and construct conversations utilizing the skills.
• Summarize and determine family strengths as they pertain to solving problems.
• Utilize technology to support their learning and understanding of family studies.
• Research an assigned topic and synthesize information in a research paper, citing all sources using appropriate style and format.
• Identify and explain how the influences in their own life impact their family and wellbeing.
• Identify, discuss, and utilize effective communication skills.
• Characterize and compare effective methods to support and empower families in order to promote holistic family development.
• Use systematic observation, writing, and other effective assessment strategies to demonstrate an understanding of how multiple factors can impact families.
• Employ their understanding of and relationships with children and families and their understanding of developmentally and culturally effective approaches to build upon family strengths.

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