Division of Biblical Studies

Department of Family Studies

Courses:

FAM 2123 Psychology of Relationship Development- Three hours
A foundation course that integrates biblical and psychological literature in the area of interpersonal, marriage, and family relationships. Coursework includes analysis and application of current theory and psychological research on gender differences, family of origin issues, sexuality, personality types, communication styles, forgiveness, dating, and emotional intelligence. An additional fee is associated with this course. This course may not be audited.
Prerequisite: COR 1002, BBL 1013, and BBL 1023; sophomore standing

Offered spring semester

FAM 2133 Introduction to Family Science - Three hours
A study of family structure and dynamics from the perspective of theology and family science theory. Some of the major theories for understanding families are evaluated along with God’s model of family roles and relationships, and what families are like when they are empowering or disabling, healthy or dysfunctional, successful or unsuccessful. Genograms are a major tool.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing

Offered each semester

FAM 2413 Developmental Psychology - Three hours
A study of physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of the human from conception through adulthood. (Same as PSY 2413) Prerequisite: PSY 1013

Offered each semester

FAM 3133 Marriage and Family Living - Three hours
A study of contemporary family issues in light of a theological understanding of“family.” Lifespan issues include singleness, courtship, parenting, and factors known to affect marital satisfaction, such as relationship patterns, conflict/avoidance styles, family resource management, decision making approaches, drug abuse, and violence.
Prerequisite: FAM 2133

Offered each semester

FAM 3243 Family Sexuality - Three hours
A study of normal sexual development throughout the lifespan, considered from physical, social, spiritual, moral, and theological vantage points. By helping students understand typical expectations and experiences of human sexuality, they will be able to better recognize healthy and unhealthy sexuality in themselves and others.
Prerequisites: junior standing, BBL 3003, a human development course, and consent of instructor

Offered upon sufficient request

FAM 4253 Family Communication - Three hours
A course designed to help students become more skillful in interpersonal communication as well as facilitating communication within the premarital and family setting. Includes communication for the purpose of building intimacy and conflict resolution. An additional fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisite: FAM 2133, FAM 3133, and senior standing

Offered each semester

FAM 4433 Senior Seminar - Three hours
A capstone course in family studies in which students strive (1) to integrate their previous academic and internship experiences, (2) to complete a professional portfolio of their education, experiences, and work-samples, and (3) to demonstrate competence in their discipline through family life program evaluation, planning, and implementation. The senior project requires a major study and formal paper written for a professional program (secular, church, or para-church) that provides family life education and/or services. To be taken during the student’s final spring semester of study.
Prerequisite: FAM 2133; FAM 3133 or consent of instructor

Offered spring semester

FAM 4443 Critical Concerns with Adolescents - Three hours
An examination of some of the critical issues facing parents, counselors, youth leaders, social workers, and educators by means of journal reviews, interviews, and computer searches. Students research topics such as teenage suicide, substance abuse, pregnancy and abortion, gangs, sexual/physical abuse, and divorce. (Same as CMN 4443)

Offered spring semester

FAM 4453 Family Law and Society - Three hours
This class develops the skills of analyzing statutes and court cases, writing legal arguments and interviewing clients enmeshed in legal problems that affect families. Legal areas include marriage, divorce, child custody, family crimes, adoption, abortion, inheritance, death and dying, courts, and Department of Human Services.
Prerequisite: junior standing

Offered spring semester

FAM 4481, 4482, 4483 Selected Topics - One to three hours
Topics are chosen from areas of Family Studies. The student may also do independent study and research under the supervision of the instructor.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor

Offered upon sufficient request

FAM 4611, 4612, 4614 Internship in Family and Human Services -
One to four hours
Practical experience working under a qualified professional in the area of family and human services or family life education. Enrollment is limited to majors and minors in this field. Each semester hour represents 50 hours of service.

Offered each semester