Courses and Curriculum
Join a cohort of passionate professionals and benefit from a curriculum that blends theoretical foundations with practical applications delivered through an online learning platform that promotes engagement and collaboration.
Coursework by Concentration
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MS in FYCS with Family and Youth Development Concentration
Prepares professionals to create and implement evidence-based programs that strengthen families and empower young people.
Required Coursework (18 credit hours)
- FYC 6802, Advanced Research Methods for FYC
- FYC 6620, Program Planning and Evaluation
- FYC 6221, Grant Proposals for Community Organizations
- FYC 6230, Theories of Family Development
- FYC 6920, Capstone Project
Concentration 2nd Theory Requirement (3 hours)
- FYC 6234, Theories of Youth Development
Concentration Electives Requirement (6 hours)
- FYC 6207, Problematic Youth Behaviors
- FYC 6105, Youth and Family Relationships
- FYC 6223, Promoting Positive Youth Dev.
Additional Electives (6 credit hours)
- FYC or Non-FYC Electives
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MS in FYCS with Nonprofit Leadership Concentration
Develops essential skills in nonprofit management, fundraising, and strategic planning to effectively lead an organization.
Required Coursework (15 hours)
- FYC 6802, Advanced Research Methods for FYC
- FYC 6620, Program Planning and Evaluation
- FYC 6221, Grant Proposals for Community Organizations
- FYC 6920, Capstone Project
One Theory (3 credit hours):
- FYC 6230, Theories of Family Development
- FYC 6234, Theories of Youth Development
Concentration Requirements (12 credit hours)
- FYC 6421, Nonprofit Organizations
- FYC 6424, Fundraising for Nonprofits
- FYC 6425, Risk Management for Nonprofits
- FYC 6026, Human Resource Management for Nonprofits
Additional Electives (3 credit hours)
- FYC or Non-FYC Electives
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MS in FYCS with No Concentration
Required Coursework (15 credit hours)
- FYC 6802, Advanced Research Methods for FYC
- FYC 6620, Program Planning and Evaluation
- FYC 6221, Grant Proposals for Community Organizations
- FYC 6920, Capstone Project
One Theory (3 credit hours)
- FYC 6230, Theories of Family Development
- FYC 6234, Theories of Youth Development
Electives (15 credit hours)
- FYC Electives (at least 6 credit hours required)
- FYC or Non-FYC Electives (9 credit hours)