MS in family and human development
Deepen your understanding of families, individuals, relationships and yourself at Arizona State University.
Acquire knowledge and skills to facilitate healthy individual and family development. Study factors promoting successful relationships and positive outcomes across lifespans and communities.
This flexible online master's program offers a rigorous family and human development curriculum with customized experiences based on your interests.
Accessible, high-impact programs and coursework
Through the master’s degree in family and human development at ASU, you will learn about healthy personal and relationship functioning, find creative solutions for problems affecting individuals and families and prepare for a career path in your choice of fields, including health care, education, social services, family law and advocacy.
Develop practical skills to foster healthier relationships and address the dynamic needs of these groups.
Customize your culminating experience to focus your training on your areas of interest.
Become well equipped to make impactful contributions in the field of your choice through the program’s practitioner-oriented approach.
Graduate prepared to drive systemic change — whether it’s shaping policies, advocating for families or improving community dynamics.
“All of the professors were really supportive. They were always there if you had any questions or if you weren’t sure what you wanted to do. They would provide you with career counseling, which is really needed.”
Jake M.
MS program graduate
Deputy director of campaigns and strategy, New York Civil Liberties Union
Ready to learn more?
Find degree information and application timelines that work for your schedule. Flexible options include start dates in fall, spring and summer.
If you have questions about the MS in family and human development program or the next steps for applying, please feel free to email us at [email protected].