Students can pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development at campuses in Pullman and Vancouver, and online through Washington State University's Global Campus. Undergraduate students can choose an emphasis in Early Childhood Education, Adolescence, Family Studies, Gerontology, or Human Services Case Management and Administration. Certification for teaching Family and Consumer Sciences is also available through the department. A degree in Human Development prepares students for a successful career in a variety of human services, non-profit, and educational settings. In addition to coursework, all human development majors complete an internship or practicum to help them prepare for a career in the field. Check out the many examples of careers our students have gone into after completing their studies and internship or practicum.<br><br>Students at the Global, Pullman, and Vancouver campuses may pursue a certificate in gerontology while obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development, another Bachelor's degree, or independent of completion of a bachelor's degree. The certificate program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and professional skills to seek employment in a variety of settings that focus on older individuals including: adult day care centers, nursing homes, home care services, community organizations that deliver services to older adults, and many others.