Study the Lifespan to Support Individuals and Communities
The minor in human development at WSU Vancouver provides students with a foundational understanding of how individuals grow, change, and adapt throughout their entire lives. This program offers versatile training beneficial to students from any academic discipline who wish to expand their knowledge of human growth or pursue careers focused on helping others.
Through a structured selection of core and upper-level coursework, students examine the psychological, social, and physical milestones of the human lifespan. By choosing this minor, students develop a deep understanding of family dynamics and interpersonal relationships, preparing them to make a positive impact in diverse community and professional settings.
About the Minor
The human development minor requires a minimum of 18 credits of human development coursework. The curriculum balances foundational introductory topics with advanced, specialized study. The required credit structure includes:
- Required Core Coursework (9 credits): HD 101, HD 204, and HD 220.
- Advanced Elective Coursework (9 credits minimum): At least nine additional hours of 300-level to 400-level human development courses.