Program Information
Learn more about the Family Studies program.
General Help
Ask general questions at our support center.
Course Sequence
Field of Interest
The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Family Life Education provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to study in fields related to family life education, human development, or child and family studies. The program includes study of child and adult development, marriage and family relationships, and the intersections of school, community, and family. Students can pursue careers in public, private, and human service agencies working with children, youth, and families. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Child and Family Organizations, Management and Administration is available and can be fully embedded in this AA.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Behavioral Science and Human Services
- Type
- Associate in Arts (AA)
- Academic Plan
- Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Family Life Education (DEG)
- Academic Plan Code
- 8139
- Total Credits Required
- 60-64
- Catalog Year
- 2025-2026
- Effective Term
- Fall 2025
- Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
For some occupations within this field, students may be required to have a current Identity Verified Print (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card and a current TB vaccination. Please consult with your faculty mentor to discuss these and other occupational requirements.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges to earn a degree with this emphasis.
What You’ll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Describe the developmental framework, processes, and contexts of human development.
- Describe basic research methods, ethical considerations, and cross-cultural research in the family and human development field.
- Describe major theories of human development.
- Describe the foundations of the family life education field as well as its historical, contemporary, and future contexts.
- Evaluate current national and global policies and dynamics that impact family systems.
- Analyze emerging issues that impact the development of family social policy.
- Compare and contrast historical, social, and political factors, values, and practices that impact diverse family groups.
- Describe diverse human behaviors throughout the life cycle.
- Apply theories and methodologies used when studying human behavior.
- Evaluate the context and the issues of work experiences that impact the family and human development professional.
- Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Childcare Workers
$32,062 Show expanded career information for Childcare Workers
Attend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$15.41
Annual Median Wage
$32,062
Annual Job Openings
2,563
Number of People Employed
13,966
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 3.4 %
Fundraisers
$107,536 Show expanded career information for Fundraisers
Organize activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for an organization. May design and produce promotional materials. May also raise awareness of the organization's work, goals, and financial needs.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$51.69
Annual Median Wage
$107,536
Annual Job Openings
222
Number of People Employed
2,293
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 9.7 %
Government Program Eligibility Interviewers
$42,250 Show expanded career information for Government Program Eligibility Interviewers
Determine eligibility of persons applying to receive assistance from government programs and agency resources, such as welfare, unemployment benefits, social security, and public housing.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$20.31
Annual Median Wage
$42,250
Annual Job Openings
257
Number of People Employed
2,654
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 5.0 %
Personal Care Aides
$33,569 Show expanded career information for Personal Care Aides
Provide personalized assistance to individuals with disabilities or illness who require help with personal care and activities of daily living support (e.g., feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and ambulation). May also provide help with tasks such as preparing meals, doing light housekeeping, and doing laundry. Work is performed in various settings depending on the needs of the care recipient and may include locations such as their home, place of work, out in the community, or at a daytime nonresidential facility.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$16.13
Annual Median Wage
$33,569
Annual Job Openings
10,753
Number of People Employed
55,633
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 19.9 %
Postsecondary Home Economics Teachers
$72,944 Show expanded career information for Postsecondary Home Economics Teachers
Teach courses in childcare, family relations, finance, nutrition, and related subjects pertaining to home management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$35.06
Annual Median Wage
$72,944
Annual Job Openings
2,879
Number of People Employed
26,552
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 13.3 %
Recreation Workers
$36,415 Show expanded career information for Recreation Workers
Conduct recreation activities with groups in public, private, or volunteer agencies or recreation facilities. Organize and promote activities, such as arts and crafts, sports, games, music, dramatics, social recreation, camping, and hobbies, taking into account the needs and interests of individual members.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$17.50
Annual Median Wage
$36,415
Annual Job Openings
1,425
Number of People Employed
6,285
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 9.1 %
Religious Activities and Education Directors
$80,357 Show expanded career information for Religious Activities and Education Directors
Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$38.63
Annual Median Wage
$80,357
Annual Job Openings
100
Number of People Employed
1,007
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 2.3 %
Social and Community Service Managers
$70,822 Show expanded career information for Social and Community Service Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$34.04
Annual Median Wage
$70,822
Annual Job Openings
272
Number of People Employed
2,170
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 19.7 %
Social and Human Service Assistants
$39,409 Show expanded career information for Social and Human Service Assistants
Assist other social and human service providers in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$18.94
Annual Median Wage
$39,409
Annual Job Openings
680
Number of People Employed
4,310
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 22.9 %
Teaching Assistants
$35,073 Show expanded career information for Teaching Assistants
Assist a preschool, elementary, middle, or secondary school teacher with instructional duties. Serve in a position for which a teacher has primary responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services.
Typical Education Level
a certificate
Hourly Median Wage
$16.86
Annual Median Wage
$35,073
Annual Job Openings
2,021
Number of People Employed
15,811
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 4.4 %
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Pathway Map Options
There are multiple options available for this pathway map. These options vary depending on the available transfer institutions and what degrees you may be able to transfer into.
These pathway map options may share some common coursework. To explore what additional coursework may be required, select your desired option from the list below. Once selected, the list of courses and any associated details will be automatically updated in the course sequence below. The differences between individual pathway map options may only be a few courses.
- Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Family Life Education
- Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Bachelor of Science in Family and Human Development
- University of Arizona, Bachelor of Science in Family Studies and Human Development
- Northern Arizona University, Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Applied Human Behavior - Language Track (90/30 Program)
- Northern Arizona University, Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Applied Human Behavior - Science Track (90/30 Program)
- Arizona Christian University, Bachelor of Arts in Family Studies - Emphasis in Early Childhood
- Arizona Christian University, Bachelor of Arts in Family Studies - Emphasis in Marriage and Family
The list of courses below has been updated
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
| Awareness Areas |
|---|
|
NOTE: This pathway represents the 60 credits required to complete the Associate of Arts at MCCCD. Students in the NAU 90/30 program should consult with their NAU advisor to determine the additional 30 credits they should complete.
NOTE: This pathway represents the 60 credits required to complete the Associate of Arts at MCCCD. Students in the NAU 90/30 program should consult with their NAU advisor to determine the additional 30 credits they should complete. Recommend a four (4) credit or higher math course to complete at least twelve (12) credits of natural science and mathematics.
Note: Because you are viewing this pathway map on a mobile device, some columns below have been hidden. To view all columns, please rotate your device or view this page on a device with a larger screen.
Term 1 Term 1 Term 1 Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFS205 | Human Development | SB | 3 | ||
| CFS210 | Family Life Education | Critical course Gateway course | 3 | ||
| ENG101 or ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Writing placement or (C/ better in ESL097 or WAC101) or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). or Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C/better in ESL097 or WAC101),or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 and Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+).View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
| HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 3 | ||
| MAT14+ or MAT15+ |
College Mathematics or College Algebra/Functions |
OR Higher approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area. Recommend MAT15+ for students transferring to UofA. Recommend a four (4) credit or higher course be completed for students transferring to NAU`s BIS in Applied Human Behavior science track to complete at least twelve (12) credits of natural science and mathematics. |
MA or MA | 3–6 | |
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
| FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 | |||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 |
Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFS112 | Personal Growth and Family Relations | SB | 3 | ||
| ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
| HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 3 | ||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3 | |||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
| Related Area | Related Area course | Complete three (3) credits of courses that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: CAP, COM, ECS, PRM, PSY, SHS, SOC, SPE, SWU. | 3 | ||
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | SB | 3 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| COM100 or COM110 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Small Group Communication | SB or SB or SB | 3 | ||
| COM100 or COM110 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Small Group Communication | SB or SB or SB | 3 | ||
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | SB | 3 | ||
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | SB | 3 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 |
Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | Recommend selecting a course that satisfies COM and SB or COM and L requirements simultaneously if CRE101 is not required | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
| CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | L | 3 | ||
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3 | |||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
| COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
| GBS221 or MAT206 or SWU225 |
Business Statistics or Elements of Statistics or Statistics for Social Research/Justice and Government | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in GBS220 or MAT217 or MAT218. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT14+, or MAT15+, or MAT187, or MAT188, or equivalent, or an appropriate District placement, or permission of Department/Division Chair. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or completion of higher level mathematics course.View requisites | CS or CS or CS | 3 | |
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | L | 3 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area course | Complete three (3) credits of courses that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: CAP, COM, ECS, PRM, PSY, SHS, SOC, SPE, SWU. | 3 | ||
| COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | PSY290AB OR PSY290AC recommended | L | 3 | |
| MAT206 or PSY230 |
Elements of Statistics or Introduction to Statistics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT14+, or MAT15+, or MAT187, or MAT188, or equivalent, or an appropriate District placement, or permission of Department/Division Chair. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor.View requisites | CS or CS | 3 | |
| BIO156 or BIO156XT or BIO160 or BIO181 or BIO181XT or BIO201 or BIO201XT |
Introductory Biology for Allied Health or Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology or General Biology (Majors) I or General Biology (Majors) I or Human Anatomy and Physiology I or Human Anatomy and Physiology I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one-semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one-semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended. or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended. or Prerequisites: C or better in (BIO156, or BIO156XT, or BIO181, or BIO181XT, or 1 yr of high school biology) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101). CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required. or Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in (BIO156 or BIO156XT or BIO181 or BIO181XT or one year of high school biology) and RDG100 or higher or eligibility for CRE101. CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required.View requisites | SQ or SQ or SQ or SQ or SG or SG | 4 | |
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | An approved SQ course is required if the Biology course option selected does not hold the SQ designation | SQ | 0–4 | |
| COM225 | Public Speaking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | L | 3 | |
| BPC110 or CIS105 or CSC180 or CSC180AA or CSC180AB |
Computer Usage and Applications or Survey of Computer Information Systems or Computer Literacy or Computer Literacy or Computer Literacy | CS or CS or CS or CS or CS | 3–4 | ||
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| BPC110 or CIS105 or CSC180 or CSC180AA or CSC180AB |
Computer Usage and Applications or Survey of Computer Information Systems or Computer Literacy or Computer Literacy or Computer Literacy | CS or CS or CS or CS or CS | 3–4 | ||
| COM225 | Public Speaking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | L | 3 | |
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| CIS103 or CIS113DE or CIS114DE or CIS118DB |
Introduction to Social Media or Microsoft Word: Word Processing or Excel Spreadsheet or Desktop Presentation: PowerPoint | 3 | |||
| Elective | General Elective | 0–3 | |||
| CFS177 | Parent-Child Relationships | 3 | |||
| COM225 | Public Speaking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | L | 3 | |
| PSY230 | Introduction to Statistics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor.View requisites | CS | 3 | |
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| CFS177 | Parent-Child Relationships | 3 | |||
| COM225 | Public Speaking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | L | 3 | |
| CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 |
Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3 | |||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | ||||
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area course | Complete three (3) credits of courses that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: CAP, COM, ECS, PRM, PSY, SHS, SOC, SPE, SWU. | 3 | ||
| Elective | General Elective | 0–3 | |||
| Elective | General Elective | 0–3 | |||
| CFS157 | Marriage and Family Life | SB | 3 | ||
| FON241 | Principles of Human Nutrition | SG in combo w/ FON241LL | 3 | ||
| FON241LL | Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON241 or Corequisites: FON241.View requisites | SG in combo w/ FON241 | 1 | |
| SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | SB | 3 | ||
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| Elective | General Elective | 3 | |||
| Elective | General Elective | 0–3 | |||
| Elective | General Elective | 0–3 | |||
| CFS243 | Cross-Cultural Parenting | 3 | |||
| CFS250 | Social Policy and Families | 3 | |||
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| CFS243 | Cross-Cultural Parenting | 3 | |||
| CFS250 | Social Policy and Families | 3 | |||
| CFS259 | Sexuality over the Life Span | Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division. Student must be 18 years or older.View requisites | SB | 3 | |
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
| Awareness Areas |
|---|
|
NOTE: This pathway represents the 60 credits required to complete the Associate of Arts at MCCCD. Students in the NAU 90/30 program should consult with their NAU advisor to determine the additional 30 credits they should complete.
NOTE: This pathway represents the 60 credits required to complete the Associate of Arts at MCCCD. Students in the NAU 90/30 program should consult with their NAU advisor to determine the additional 30 credits they should complete. Recommend a four (4) credit or higher math course to complete at least twelve (12) credits of natural science and mathematics.
Note: Because you are viewing this pathway map on a mobile device, some columns below have been hidden. To view all columns, please rotate your device or view this page on a device with a larger screen.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFS210 | Family Life Education | Critical course Gateway course | 3 | ||
| ENG101 or ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Writing placement or (C/ better in ESL097 or WAC101) or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). or Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C/better in ESL097 or WAC101),or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 and Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+).View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
| FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
| MAT14+ or MAT15+ |
College Mathematics or College Algebra/Functions |
OR Higher approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area. Recommend MAT15+ for students transferring to UofA. Recommend a four (4) credit or higher course be completed for students transferring to NAU`s BIS in Applied Human Behavior science track to complete at least twelve (12) credits of natural science and mathematics. |
MA or MA | 3–6 |
Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFS205 | Human Development | SB | 3 | ||
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| BIO156 or BIO156XT or BIO160 or BIO181 or BIO181XT or BIO201 or BIO201XT |
Introductory Biology for Allied Health or Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology or General Biology (Majors) I or General Biology (Majors) I or Human Anatomy and Physiology I or Human Anatomy and Physiology I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one-semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one-semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended. or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended. or Prerequisites: C or better in (BIO156, or BIO156XT, or BIO181, or BIO181XT, or 1 yr of high school biology) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101). CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required. or Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in (BIO156 or BIO156XT or BIO181 or BIO181XT or one year of high school biology) and RDG100 or higher or eligibility for CRE101. CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required.View requisites | SQ or SQ or SQ or SQ or SG or SG | 4 | |
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | An approved SQ course is required if the Biology course option selected does not hold the SQ designation | SQ | 0–4 | |
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 |
Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFS112 | Personal Growth and Family Relations | SB | 3 | ||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3 | |||
| Related Area | Related Area course | Complete three (3) credits of courses that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: CAP, COM, ECS, PRM, PSY, SHS, SOC, SPE, SWU. | 3 | ||
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | SB | 3 | ||
| COM100 or COM110 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Small Group Communication | SB or SB or SB | 3 | ||
| COM100 or COM110 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Small Group Communication | SB or SB or SB | 3 | ||
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | SB | 3 | ||
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | SB | 3 |
Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 3 | ||
| CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
| GBS221 or MAT206 or SWU225 |
Business Statistics or Elements of Statistics or Statistics for Social Research/Justice and Government | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in GBS220 or MAT217 or MAT218. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT14+, or MAT15+, or MAT187, or MAT188, or equivalent, or an appropriate District placement, or permission of Department/Division Chair. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or completion of higher level mathematics course.View requisites | CS or CS or CS | 3 | |
| MAT206 or PSY230 |
Elements of Statistics or Introduction to Statistics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT14+, or MAT15+, or MAT187, or MAT188, or equivalent, or an appropriate District placement, or permission of Department/Division Chair. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor.View requisites | CS or CS | 3 | |
| BPC110 or CIS105 or CSC180 or CSC180AA or CSC180AB |
Computer Usage and Applications or Survey of Computer Information Systems or Computer Literacy or Computer Literacy or Computer Literacy | CS or CS or CS or CS or CS | 3–4 | ||
| BPC110 or CIS105 or CSC180 or CSC180AA or CSC180AB |
Computer Usage and Applications or Survey of Computer Information Systems or Computer Literacy or Computer Literacy or Computer Literacy | CS or CS or CS or CS or CS | 3–4 | ||
| PSY230 | Introduction to Statistics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor.View requisites | CS | 3 | |
| CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 |
Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | Recommend selecting a course that satisfies COM and SB or COM and L requirements simultaneously if CRE101 is not required | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | L | 3 | ||
| COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | L | 3 | ||
| COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | PSY290AB OR PSY290AC recommended | L | 3 | |
| COM225 | Public Speaking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | L | 3 | |
| COM225 | Public Speaking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | L | 3 | |
| Elective | General Elective | 0–3 | |||
| CFS177 | Parent-Child Relationships | 3 | |||
| COM225 | Public Speaking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | L | 3 | |
| CFS177 | Parent-Child Relationships | 3 | |||
| COM225 | Public Speaking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | COM225 recommended | L | 3 |
Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3 | |||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area course | Complete three (3) credits of courses that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: CAP, COM, ECS, PRM, PSY, SHS, SOC, SPE, SWU. | 3 | ||
| FON241 | Principles of Human Nutrition | SG in combo w/ FON241LL | 3 | ||
| FON241LL | Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON241 or Corequisites: FON241.View requisites | SG in combo w/ FON241 | 1 | |
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| CIS103 or CIS113DE or CIS114DE or CIS118DB |
Introduction to Social Media or Microsoft Word: Word Processing or Excel Spreadsheet or Desktop Presentation: PowerPoint | 3 | |||
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 |
Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 3 | ||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
| Related Area | Related Area course | Complete three (3) credits of courses that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: CAP, COM, ECS, PRM, PSY, SHS, SOC, SPE, SWU. | 3 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| Elective | General Elective | 3 | |||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 |
Term 9 Term 9 Term 9 Term 9 Term 9 Term 9 Term 9
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 3 | |||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
| Elective | General Elective | 0–3 | |||
| Elective | General Elective | 0–3 | |||
| CFS157 | Marriage and Family Life | SB | 3 | ||
| SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | SB | 3 | ||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
| Elective | General Elective | 0–3 | |||
| Elective | General Elective | 0–3 | |||
| CFS243 | Cross-Cultural Parenting | 3 | |||
| CFS250 | Social Policy and Families | 3 | |||
| CFS243 | Cross-Cultural Parenting | 3 | |||
| CFS250 | Social Policy and Families | 3 | |||
| CFS259 | Sexuality over the Life Span | Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division. Student must be 18 years or older.View requisites | SB | 3 |
Term 10 Term 10
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | ||||
| Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 |
Pathway Map Option Details
No pathway map option has been selected. Please select from the pathway map options listed above.
General Electives
Recommend that students choose general electives from the CFS prefix, specifically the following (if not already required by a student`s chosen transfer subplan):
CFS210 Family Life Education 3
CFS240 Human Behavior in Context 3
CFS243 Cross-cultural Parenting 3
CFS250 Social Policy and Families 3
CFS258 Families in Society 3
CFS259 Sexuality Over the Life Span 3
Students who complete the following courses will satisfy the requirements for the Certificate of Completion (CCL) (5401) in Child and Family Organizations Management and Administration:
CFS206 Child and Family Organizations: Management and Administration 3
CFS207 Organization and Community Leadership in Child and Family Organizations 3
CFS208 Child and Family Organizations: Fiscal Management and Grant Writing 3
CFS209 Child and Family Organizations: Project Management 3
FCS250 Portfolio Development and Professional Writing 3
FCS260 Family and Consumer Science Internship 1
Ready to get started?
Follow one of the options below to get started on your personal career pathway.
Become a Student
Click here for MCC’s easy-to-use Enrollment Steps.
Program Information
Learn more about and find contact information for the Family Studies program.
General Help
Ask general questions over the phone at 480-461-7400 or via online chat.
Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- C = Cultural Diversity in the US
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC = First Year Composition
- G = Global Awareness
- H = Historical Awareness
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SG = Natural Sciences General
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, meet with an academic advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm10?id=16454307).
Previous Catalog Years
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.