Family education
Known for its progressive curriculum, the family education program prepares
students to assume educational and leadership roles on behalf of families
in Minnesota, nationally, and in many parts of the world. Graduates
obtain positions in colleges and universities, public and private
schools, and in community-based organizations and institutions. Many
have assumed leadership roles as deans, professors, and coordinators.
Program highlights
Degree options:
The program offers M.Ed., M.A., Ph.D. degree options, and
prepares licensed family and consumer sciences (FACS)
teachers and parent educators.
Scholarships: Scholarships of $2,000 are awarded to all
students accepted into the M.Ed./initial licensure program. Students
from culturally diverse backgrounds are eligible for
scholarships up to $10,000.
State leadership: Minnesota is recognized as a leader in
family education with its statewide, legislatively supported Early
Childhood Family Education (ECFE) programs, offering parent education
for families with young children through local school districts.
Licensure in parent and family education
Program overview
M.Ed./initial teaching license in family
education
Program overview
M.Ed./professional studies degree in family education
Program overview
M.A. or
M.Ed./professional studies?
M.A. in education, curriculum,
and instruction (family, youth,
and community concentration)
Program overview
M.A. or
M.Ed./professional studies?
Ph.D. in education,
curriculum, and instruction (family, youth,
and community concentration)
Program overview
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