Undergraduate Catalog (2026-2027)

Early Childhood and Family Studies Minor

Completion of this minor does not lead to education certification.

Early Childhood and Family Studies Minor Requirements

Completion of minor courses requires a minimum grade of C-

Minor Courses

Completion of minor courses requires a minimum grade of C-.

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
ECFS 2743The Study of Young Children

3

ECFS 3843Parent Education

3

EDUC 2663Effective Methods for Early Childhood Education/Field Experience

3

Twelve (12) hours selected from the following:

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
ECFS 3743Curriculum and Instruction in ECE

3

ECFS 4343Organization and Administration of ECE Programs

3

EDUC 3203Introduction to the Exceptional Child

3

EDUC 3363Behavior of the Preschool Child/Field Experience

3

EDUC 3423Instructional Technology for Education Majors

3

PSYC 3103Child Development

3

PSYC 3753Practical Interviewing Skills

3

SOSC 2073Management Issues in Human Services

3

Summary

Total Credit Hours: 21