Family and Child Ecology

Family and Child Ecology is the study of human development through a multidisciplinary and ecological lens, including biological, psychological, sociological, socio-cultural, and international perspectives. Areas of study include:

• Human Development—life course determinants of positive development and resilience in childhood, youth, adulthood, and aging
• Early Childhood Development and Education—developmental competencies, specifically social development and literacy development
• Marriage and Family Therapy—family intervention and family preservation
• Family Ecology—family studies as they relate to family dynamics and decision making; diverse and international families

The Department of Family and Child Ecology offers the following degree programs:

• B.S., Child Development
• B.A., Family Community Services
• B.S., Family Community Services
• M.A., Child Development
• M.A., Family Studies
• M.A., Marriage and Family Therapy
• M.A., Youth Development
• M.S., Community Services
• Ph.D., Family and Child Ecology

For detailed information about undergraduate and graduate studies in family and child ecology, please visit the department's Web site.

Department of Family and Child Ecology
7 Human Ecology Building
East Lansing, MI 48824
Telephone: (517) 355-7680
Fax: (517) 432-2953
Department Web site

Chairperson: Karen Wampler