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Core Requirements (9 credits)

GEN 501 Human Development (3)
Comparison and criticism of theories of human development from conception until death.

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GEN 505 Adult Human Development (3)
Focus on human development as a lifelong process of interaction between the individual and the environment within particular contexts. Cognition, emotions, and values are seen as influencing behavior and the role people play in their own development.

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GEN 502 Methods of Research (3)
In-depth study of the various methodological approaches to research.(Prerequisite: statistics course)

GEN 503 Interpersonal Relations (3)
Study of the meaning of interpersonal relationships, focusing on key concepts; raising the level of one’s self-awareness, and developing a basic framework for understanding two-person interactions.

GEN 600 Comprehensive Examination in Core Curriculum (0)
A culminating experience which reflects the student’s synthesis and integration of knowledge. (Taken concurrently with comprehensive examination in specialization).