作为家庭研究专业，您将运用理论和研究知识来提高个人和家庭的生活质量。着眼于积极的成果和家庭的整体健康，您将在宣传，社区规划和评估，家庭政策和教育干预方面发展专业知识。完成专业后，您可以向全国家庭关系理事会申请家庭认证教育者资格。CMU的家庭研究毕业生在社区和政府机构中找到工作，包括为家庭和老龄化服务的人。
The Family Studies major equips students with the skills to educate and support families in a variety of human service related fields. Training in theory and research is connected to professional practice so that students are able to enter human service careers at the Bachelor level. All Family Studies majors are eligible to apply for Certified Family Life Educator status from the National Council on Family Relations upon completion of their degree. As a family studies major, you’ll apply the knowledge of theory and research to improve the quality of life for individuals and families. With a focus on positive outcomes and the holistic health of the family, you’ll develop expertise in advocacy, community programming and evaluation, family policy, and educational intervention. Upon completion of your major, you can apply for Certified Family Life Educator status from the National Council on Family Relations. CMU’s family studies graduates find jobs in community and government agencies, including those serving families and the aging.​​