The family theory and research certificate prepares 红桃视频 for entry-level work in the human services industry, as well as employment requiring problem-solving and basic research skills. This certificate helps 红桃视频 obtain a theoretical understanding of family dynamics and to develop basic research skills.

This certificate is offered by BYU-Idaho, with support and resources from BYU-Pathway Worldwide.

Looking Ahead

Potential Employment

When seeking employment within the field of family studies and human services these search terms may be helpful.

Social and human service assistant
Juvenile services
Childcare worker/teacher
Psychiatric technician
Case aide

Or, search for jobs requiring the skills obtained, such as problem solving, professional writing, and basic statistical analysis.

Certificate of Family Theory and Research

Program Requirements

This certificate builds into the Marriage & Family Studies degree.

This is an advanced certificate. Prior to working on this certificate, you must complete the Family Relations and Family Services certificates.

Certificate

15 CREDITS

Associate

60 CREDITS

Bachelor's

90鈥�96 CREDITS

Certificate of Family Theory and Research

Course Code

Course Name

# of Credits

PSYCH111

General Psychology

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General Psychology

This is an introductory course in psychology which surveys the various fields of psychology and application of selected psychological principles to life situations.

MATH124

Fundamentals of Statistics

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Fundamentals of Statistics

Introduces basic statistical concepts and analytical skills. Students learn to collect, analyze, interpret, and present data. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, and real-world applications. The course emphasizes practical skills for academic and professional use.

PSYCH302

Research Methods

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Research Methods

This course explores the basic principles of conducting research in psychology. Some of the topics include, but are not limited to: research design, data collection, analysis, reporting results, and ethics of doing research. This course should be completed by the beginning of junior year.

FAML300

Marital Dynamics

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Marital Dynamics

This course focuses on contemporary issues affecting marriage, along with skills and principles needed to build strong and successful marriages.

FAML400

Family Theories and Dynamics

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Family Theories and Dynamics

This course involves an in-depth look at family theories and their assumptions including: systems theory, exchange theory, family development theory, and symbolic interactionism and ecological theory. Family processes related to power, communication, dysfunctions and addictions, rules and patterns of interaction, distance regulation, and family rituals will be explored. Students will use theory to develop intervention and prevention programs.

For questions about this program, contact BYU-Pathway Support

Why choose this certificate?

The family theory and research certificate emphasizes the development of employable skills, such as professional writing, problem-solving, synthesizing research, and basic data analysis. These skills can help 红桃视频 obtain employment in a variety of interpersonal settings, such as human and family services. The family theory and research certificate will also provide 红桃视频 with a broad understanding of family theory and dynamics.

BYU-Pathway has found that certain combinations of certificates lead to better job opportunities. Most degrees have a

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Outcomes

Create a theory-based plan for solving family problems.
Synthesize relevant research findings pertaining to marriage and family.
Perform basic statistical analysis.
Demonstrate theoretical knowledge concerning family dynamics.