Minor in Family Studies

The minor in Family Studies requires a minimum of 21 semester hours, and is available completely online. A grade of “C” or above must be earned in the following Family and Consumer Science (FACS) courses required for the minor:

Required Courses

• FACS 191: Child Development
• FACS 310: Management of Family Resources
• FACS 311: Family Relations
• FACS 494: Parenting Strategies
• FACS 495: Interpersonal/Relationship Violence
• AND 6 hours of approved electives

Additional Information

A minor is required for most major areas of study at WKU. For additional information about online undergraduate degree options, visit www.wku.edu/online/bach-programs.php or for overall degree requirements (i.e. minimum number of hours required, etc.), please visit www.wku.edu/registrar/degree_certification.php.

Contact Us

For additional information, please email Dr. Adam West or learn.online@wku.edu or call 888-4WKUWEB.