Online Master of Science in Family and Human Development
Arizona State University's Master of Science in family and human development offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to deepen your understanding of individual and family dynamics. Through exploring key factors that underpin successful interpersonal relationships and positive development throughout all stages of life, you’ll gain the tools to foster well-being in diverse familial settings. This practitioner-oriented approach ensures you are well-equipped to make impactful contributions in the field of human development in our modern society.
Quick facts
Next start date: 08/21/2025
Total classes: 10
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 30
Upskill your career in human services
Throughout this program, you’ll enhance your expertise and potentially unlock new opportunities for advancement and higher pay within your current role in human services. As you dive into the complexities of children's, youth, and family issues, you’ll develop practical skills to foster healthier relationships and address the dynamic needs of these groups. The curriculum is specifically tailored to enrich your understanding and application of key concepts in real-world scenarios, making you a more effective practitioner in any human services setting. Whether you’re looking to specialize or broaden your impact across various communities, this degree is tailored to help you grow professionally in a way that aligns with your passions and career goals.
Who’s a good candidate for this master’s program?
This program is ideal for students seeking to advance or begin a career in human services, education, social work or other similar fields. If you’re passionate about supporting children, individuals and families to have healthy relationships with others and themselves, this master’s degree can help you make that impact.
While the information you learn in this program could be beneficial to therapists and counselors, this degree doesn’t enable you to seek licensure as a professional counselor or marriage and family therapist. An advanced degree in psychology would be a more direct path to a career in counseling or therapy.
Will my diploma say ‘online’?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”
Family and human development master’s courses
Courses in this program focus on building practical abilities and knowledge. All of the courses in this degree are taught by full-time faculty with PhDs in the field and a passion for helping students. The curriculum offers insight into many critical factors related to family and human development, such as child development and diversity.
Prepare for jobs in human services, family development and more
Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped with skills applicable to a broad range of positions in human services, from human resources and community support to early childhood centers and crisis intervention. Potential career paths include, but aren’t limited to:
Full-time faculty with a passion for family and human development
As a part of The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the School of Social and Family Dynamics is home to prestigious faculty members who excel in research and teaching. Highlights include:
- Centennial Professor.
- Dean’s Excellence in Teaching.
- MacArthur Fellow.
- Most Inspirational Professor.
- National Council on Family Relations Fellow.
- Outstanding Lecturer.
- Outstanding Faculty Mentor.
- Professor of the Year.
- William T. Grant Foundation Scholars.
Full-time faculty with a passion for family and human development
As a part of The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the School of Social and Family Dynamics is home to prestigious faculty members who excel in research and teaching. Highlights include:
- Centennial Professor.
- Dean’s Excellence in Teaching.
- MacArthur Fellow.
- Most Inspirational Professor.
- National Council on Family Relations Fellow.
- Outstanding Lecturer.
- Outstanding Faculty Mentor.
- Professor of the Year.
- William T. Grant Foundation Scholars.
How to apply
Applicants to the Master of Science in family and human development program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
The largest and most diverse college at ASU
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences takes a transdisciplinary approach to education with a vast spectrum of degrees in the social sciences, natural sciences and humanities. We inspire students to become socially aware critical thinkers and global citizens.
31,572
students enrolled as of fall 2024
$161 million
in research expenditures in FY23
21
interdisciplinary schools and departments
100+
undergraduate degrees
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
