Careers

You will enter Human Development & Family Science to learn how to support individuals and families in diverse settings. You will leave prepared to thrive in an array of careers, including healthcare, mental healthcare, education, nonprofit, and many more.

Health and Wellness

Courses relevant to careers in:

  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Occupational therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Other health-related fields

Prevention and Intervention

Courses relevant to careers in:

  • Counseling
  • Education
  • Law
  • Nonprofit
  • Policy
  • Social work
  • Therapy

Meet Our Graduates

What can't you do with a degree in HDFS?

Learn more about employment opportunities and our graduates through the UGA Career Center HDFS Career Guide and the Career Center Outcome Survey.

You can find relevant jobs on The National Council on Family Relations Jobs Center, or use their Careers in Family Science Infographic and Student Resources as you think about your career options.

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