Family Life Education Certificate

Program Coordinator: Sandra Lookabaugh (133 Rivers West; 328-1336; triebenbachers@ecu.edu)

The Family Life Education Certificate is open to post-baccalaureate, current master of science students, and those who have completed a master of science degree and are interested in improving the quality of life for individuals and families. Coursework addresses core knowledge needed for the Certified Family Life Educator examination by the National Council on Family Relations. Students must earn a grade of B or better. Admission to the certificate program does not guarantee admission to the HDFS MS program. Admission is based on completion of the ECU certificate application and approval by the HDFS Admissions Committee.

The certificate requires 12 s.h. as follows:

Required course - 3 s.h.

HDFS 6401 - Family Theories and Issues

Elective courses - 9 s.h.

Choose 9 s.h. from the following:

Licensure/Certification Requirements in North Carolina

The curriculum for all ECU Certificates, Degrees, and other Graduate Programs have been designed to meet the licensure/certification requirements in North Carolina and prepare students to sit for licensure/certification exams in North Carolina. The various licensure boards in each state are responsible for setting requirements for licensure/certification in their state. Other states have their own requirements, and you’ll want to make sure your program meets criteria in your home state (or state where you intend to work) before you apply.