The knowledge of human development, family and relationship dynamics, social and life sciences, and ethics combined with communication and leadership skills gained from a major in Family Studies and Human Development provides a strong career foundation. Graduates in Family Studies and Human Development may work in social services, community health, social work, medical research, education, or outreach and advocacy. This major is also excellent preparation for law or medical school or graduate studies in public health, social work, family studies, nonprofit management, or public policy. Some of the job titles below require an advanced degree.
Potential Career Areas:
- Human services
- Social work
- Policy
- Community health
- Cooperative extension services
- Education
- Outreach
- Family legal advocacy
- Health care
- Gerontology
Sample Employers:
- Social services agencies
- Nonprofit organizations
- Schools and universities
- Health care institutions
- Legal offices
- Nursing homes
- Government agencies
- Cooperative extension offices
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
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Patient Advocate
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$24,000 - $55,000
|
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Family Law Mediator
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$27,000 - $97,000
|
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Family/Consumer Scientist
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$20,000 - $50,000
|
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Human Services Worker
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$15,420 - $37,550
|
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Medical Ethicist
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$37,737 - $61,732
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Nonprofit Program Director
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$35,000 - $65,000
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Program Assistant
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$24,000 - $34,000
|
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Health Policy Analyst
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$30,000 - $60,000
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Community Health Worker
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$22,600 - $38,100
|
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Community Organizer
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$18,000 - $45,000
|
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Adult Education Instructor
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$23,000 - $71,000
|
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Victim Services Specialist
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$20,000 - $54,000
|
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Mental Health Advocate
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$38,560 - $66,970
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Extension Agent
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$22,000 - $68,000
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).