Program: Human Sciences (M.S.) - Adult Development in the Workplace Specialization - South Dakota State University

2016-2017 Graduate Catalog

Apr 08, 2025

Program Contact/Coordinator
Jay Trenhaile, Department Head
Department of Counseling and Human Development
Wenona Hall 312, Box 507
605-688-4190
E-mail: jay.trenhaile@sdstate.edu

Program Information
The goal of the M.S. specializing in Adult Development in the Workplace graduate program is to provide advanced, professional education and research expertise that focuses on improving individual, family, and community well-being. Students pursuing this degree specialization will be prepared to become knowledgeable training and development specialists in business and industry to ensure the needs of adults are understood and met in the workplace. Students who successfully complete this specialization will earn a Master of Science in Human Sciences specializing in Adult Development in the Workplace.

Course Delivery Format
The department offers coursework through face to face instruction on campus in Brookings with some limited online courses.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science	Option A - Thesis	36 Credit Hours
	Option C - Coursework Only	36 Credit Hours

Core Requirements

CHRD 716 - Human Resources Management in Business and Industry Credits: 3
HDFS 510 - Parenting Credits: 3
HDFS 525 - Family Resiliency Credits: 3
HDFS 602 - Research and Evaluation in Counseling and Human Development Credits: 3
HDFS 614 - Adult Development Credits: 3
HDFS 710 - Program Design, Evaluation, and Implementation Credits: 3
HDFS 730 - Grant Writing Credits: 3
HDFS 745 - Work and Family Credits: 3
HDFS Electives: 12
- HDFS 798 Thesis (Option A)
- HDFS Coursework (Option C)

Total Required Credits: 36 (Option A & C)

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: not required
TOEFL: Department Requirements of 525 paper-based, 71 Internet-based
IELTS: 5.5

STEP 1: Applicant Applies to the Graduate School
- Apply to the Graduate School at least two months before the FCS/ADW deadline to allow for processing
- Graduate School applications received after the FCS/ADW deadline will be denied and referred to the next semester
- The minimum GPA to apply is 2.75, however a 3.0 or higher is desired
- GRE is not required
STEP 2: Applicant Applies to the FCS or AWD Program
- Applicants to the FCS/ADW programs must submit the documents below by April 1 for fall admission or October 1 for spring admission. Late or incomplete applications will be denied.
- Resume
- A one page, typed goal statement explaining your professional goals and how completion of this degree will assist you in meeting those goals
- Three letters of recommendation prepared within the past year; one letter must come from an academic professor.
STEP 3: Admissions Decision
- Complete admission files will be reviewed by faculty for an admissions decision. The Graduate School will notify the applicant via email about their admission status.

General Requirements

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate work.

For additional information refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .