Department of Human Development and Family StudiesEnhancing Healthy Development Across the Lifespan
Through training, research, and engagement, we examine human development across the lifespan in the context of families, schools, communities, and culture.
Colorado State University seeks a dynamic, passionate, and caring leader to serve as our next Dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences. We are looking for candidates with a strong scholarly record who demonstrate deep academic values, excellent leadership skills, a proven track record in external relations and development, and a proven ability to manage in a way that can be leveraged to lead this world class college. Learn more about the search.
Our Human Development and Family Studies Programs
Our programs are the pathway for you to learn about the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development in humans. You will apply your knowledge on issues relating to stages across the lifespan and how it impacts culture and families.
You have the option to do a 75-hour practicum in addition to your 160–240-hour internship. There are opportunities to get involved in research, teaching, and peer advising too.
The ECC offers programming for young children, trains students for careers in the field of early childhood, and provides opportunities for research related to children, families, and early childhood education.
Our alumni are making important contributions in the fields of human development and family studies. Keep in touch with us through the resources on this page.
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95%of graduates had continuing education or employment offers within six month of graduation
HDFS is committed to the land-grant mission of engagementWe showcase our engagement in several centers in the department and others with whom we are affiliated
96%students complete internships
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