Marriage and Family Studies Introduction
Effective Communicators who develop and express ideas that are purposeful, organized, and clear.
Relationship Builders who create practical plans for improving marital and family functioning.
Life-long Learners who synthesize relevant research findings pertaining to marriage and family studies.
Family Advocates who “promote ... measures designed to maintain and strengthen the family as the fundamental unit of society."
Disciple Leaders who demonstrate leadership qualities consistent with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries
Graduates entering the human services sector typically report starting salaries ranging from $41,000 to $56,000 within community organizations and nonprofit agencies. Your earning potential increases significantly as you gain experience or pursue advanced licensure to become a manager of social and community services with median salaries exceeding $78,000.
Common Career Paths
You will be prepared for impactful roles as a family life educator or program specialist where you will design community workshops and help families build healthy relationships. This degree also equips you to serve as a human services professional or child welfare advocate by coordinating essential resources and navigating public policy to support at risk populations.
Preparation for Grad School
This major provides a rigorous academic and research foundation for students pursuing a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy or advanced degrees in social work and counseling. You will graduate with the clinical readiness and ethical training required to excel in prestigious graduate programs focused on public policy or educational leadership.
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