What Can I Do With a Major In Human Development and Family Science?

UGA Specific Information for Human Development and Family Science

A major in Human Development and Family Science provides you with knowledge of individual, family and community development in diverse settings. Our students are interested in pursuing careers in social work; marriage and family therapy and professional counseling; healthcare; policy-making or law, just to name a few. 

Students learn about lifespan and family development, the reciprocal influence of social, cultural, and historical contexts, and diverse family structures and functions. Students learn how to think critically and apply theory, research, and ethical practices, generate and effectively communicate knowledge, and provide educational, counseling, and advocacy services needed for children and families to function more effectively. 

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Class of 2022 Career Outcomes for Human Development and Family Science*

** Includes Self-Employed

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Additional UGA Career Center Recommendations/Considerations

  • Participate in the Career Center's Intern for a Day program to explore career fields of interest.
  • UGA Mentor Program - Networking with your Bulldog family can help you get ahead in life and career, but where do you even start? The UGA Mentor Program narrows down the world of possibilities to meaningful connections.  It personalizes the mentoring experience; connecting you with mentors that are just right for your commitment.. There's a better way to network.  Visit mentor.uga.edu today and find a mentor who can help you see your future.
  • Utilize Handshake to find internship, part-time job, or volunteer opportunities related to your career fields of interest.
  • Conduct informational interviews. Build your network through brief one-on-one conversations with professionals in your career fields of interest. Speak to your Career Consultant to discuss how to set up and prepare for informational interviews.
  • Join a student organization related to your interests and goals. Get active and taken on leadership roles in professional, service, social, advocacy, and/or honor organizations to gain valuable experience.
  • Look for student-specific and career resources from professional associations affiliated with your career fields of interest.
  • Seek research, presentation, and writing opportunities.
  • Explore and discuss graduate school options and resources early.

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Employers/Position Title Reported by Class of 2022 Human Development and Family Science majors

The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2022 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.

Employer Position Title(s)
Advantage Behavioral Health Systems Case Manager
Board of Education of Spain Language Assistant
CentricsIT Sales Development Representative
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Child Life Specialist
Cotiviti Human Resources Coordinator
Cowsert Heath, LLP Paralegal
Cru Full-Time International Intern
Eagle Ranch Program Assistant
ESP Inc. Atlanta Program Assistant
First American Bank and Trust Company Treasury Management and Sales Specialist
FRND Specialized Care Caregiver
Fusion Church of Madison Children’s Ministry Director and Young Adult Catalyst
Gwinnett County Public Schools Special Education Paraprofessional
Huntsville Hospital Practicum Student
Levines Children’s Hospital Production Intern
LocumTenens.com Account Representative
Morehouse School of Medicine Administrative Assistant
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere Education Intern
National 4-H Council Well-Being and Equity Consultant
North Atlanta Primary Care Certified Medical Assistant
Our House, Inc. Family Advocate
Peachtree Presbyterian Preschool Preschool Teacher
PepsiCo, Inc Sales Management Associate
Price Industries Inc. Event Coordinator and Client Engagement
Primrose Schools Teacher
Primrose Schools Teacher
Saltbox Lane Store and Interior Design Associate
The Athens Clinic Substance Abuse Counselor
The Cason Group, Inc. Benefits Counselor
The Walt Disney Company Intern
Therapy & Learning Center of GA Registered Behavior Technician
Thomson Reuters Product Support Associate
UGA Wesley Foundation International Student Ministry Staff
UM Worldwide Associate, Integrated Planning
University of Georgia Lead Teacher
University of Georgia 4-H Educator
University of Georgia Rural Stress Extension Educator
Wayne County Public Schools 4-H Educator
* denotes no responses received.
*Source: Areas above marked with an Asterisk (*) have been created utilizing data taken from the UGA Career Outcomes Survey. The "Employers Hiring...," "Job Titles of...," "Career Outcomes for...," and "Graduate/Professional Schools and Programs..." information listed above represent UGA Class of 2022 Graduates. The lists are not exhaustive and therefore do not represent all potential career options. Click here for more detailed Career Outcomes information regarding this major.

Graduate/Professional Schools attended by Class of 2022 Human Development and Family Science majors

The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2022 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.

Graduate School Program(s)
Atlanta Metropolitan State College Not Specified
Augusta University Nursing, MSN
Augusta University Nursing, MSN
Augusta University Nursing, MSN
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, BS/MS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, BS/MS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, MHS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, MHS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, MHS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, MHS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, MHS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, MHS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, MHS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, MHS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, MHS
Augusta University Occupational Therapy, MHS
Augusta University Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN/CNL
Augusta University Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN/CNL
Augusta University Dental Medicine, DMD
Baylor University Nursing, BSN
Brenau University Occupational Therapy, MS
Brenau University Occupational Therapy, MS
Carolinas College of Health Science Not Specified
Doane University Not Specified
Eastern Washington University Child Life, MA
Emory University Nursing, MSN
Emory University Nursing, MSN
Emory University Public Health, MPH
Emory University Master Of Nursing, MSN
Emory University Nursing, MSN
Emory University Nursing, MSN
Emory University Nursing, MSN
Emory University Nursing, MSN
Emory University Nursing, MSN
Emory University Nursing, MSN
Emory University Nursing, MSN
Emory University Nursing, MSN
George Washington University Pre-Medicine, Post-Baccalaureate
Georgia Military College - Milledgeville Nursing, RN
Georgia Southern University Not Specified
Georgia State University Occupational Therapy, PhD
Georgia State University Occupational Therapy, PhD
Georgia State University School Counseling, MEd
Kennesaw State University Chemistry, Not Specified
Kennesaw State University Nursing, BSN
Liberty University Counseling, MEd
Marquette University Nursing, MSN
Medical Sales College Spine and Orthopedic Reconstruction and Joint Trauma, Not Specified
Mercer University Nursing, BS
Mercer University Atlanta Nursing, ABSN
Middle Georgia State University Second Grade Education, Not Specified
Morehouse College Medicine, MD
New York University Public Health, MPH
New York University Social Work, MSW
Peabody College At Vanderbilt University Child Studies, MEd
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia Physical Therapy, PhD
Richmont Graduate University Clinical and Mental Health Counseling, MA
Rutgers University Occupational Therapy, MOT
University At Albany Clinical Psychology, PhD
University of Alabama At Birmingham Occupational Therapy, DOT
University of Arkansas At Fayetteville Not Specified
University of Georgia Financial Planning and Consumer Economics, Master's
University of Georgia Financial Planning, Housing, and Consumer Economics
University of Georgia Professional School Counseling, MEd
University of Georgia Law, JD
University of Georgia Comparative Biomedical Sciences, Master's
University of Georgia Social Work, MSW
University of Georgia Social Work, MSW
University of Georgia Special Education, Master's
University of Georgia Special Education, Master's
University of Haifa Public Health, MPH
University of Nebraska - Lincoln Law, JD
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences Occupational Therapy, Doctorate
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences Occupational Therapy, Master's
Vanderbilt University Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN/FNP
* denotes no responses received.

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