Human Development (ECE, FCS, FCSE, HDFS, LMNO)

Human Development

Andrew Stremmel, Head
Department of Human Development
SNF 369
605-688-6418
e-mail: Andrew.Stremmel@sdstate.edu

Faculty

Professor Stremmel, Head; Professors Gilkerson, Helling, Nichols, Wilson; Professors Emeriti Richardson; Associate Professors Penor Ceglian, Cutler, Daniels, DeBates, Gorham, Oscarson, Rasmussen; Assistant Professors Bates, Bowne, Gillman; Instructors Brokmeier, Ekstrand, Kampmann, Venhuizen.

Programs

The Department offers majors in Early Childhood Education, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, and Human Development and Family Studies. Early Childhood Education students may also enroll in the Cooperative Program in Elementary Education with Black Hills State University, Dakota State University, Northern State University, or University of South Dakota. Minimum college and university requirements are given in the appropriate sections of this catalog and are incorporated into curriculum plans for each major. Advisers assist students in personalizing their curriculum plans and ensuring all requirements are met.

Early Childhood Education Major
The ECE major is designed for students interested in working with young children and their families in early childhood education settings such as child care, preschool, public schools (K-Grade 2), Head Start and related programs. Students may also elect to participate in the Cooperative Elementary Program. This area of study requires a major in Early Childhood Education at SDSU and an additional 2-3 semesters of Elementary Education certification coursework at BHSU, DSU, NSU, or USD.

Family and Consumer Sciences Education Major
Graduates meet certification requirements to teach Family and Consumer Sciences. They develop abilities in management, planning, communication and organization, leading to careers in education, teaching, Cooperative Extension, business, government and community services.

Human Development and Family Studies Major
The major focuses on human development, behavior, and relationships throughout the lifespan. Coursework, observation, and practical experience offer students the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary for careers in individual and family service settings, child focused human services, and/or continued coursework in graduate school.

Minors
Minors are available in Gerontology; Human Development and Family Studies; and Leadership and Management of Nonprofit Organizations.