Family Science Review
Online First Publications
Pamela B. Payne, Ph.D. CFLE
ABSTRACT. Family Science undergraduates face unique challenges in finding and understanding the breadth of employment and educational opportunities within the field. As a
discovery degree, students often describe having found Family Science through taking a class and enjoying the topic, resulting in their further pursuit of the field (Hagenbush & Hamon, 2011; Schvaneveldt et al., 2013). This article addresses a series of professional development assignments aligned with National Council on Family Relations (NCFR) Certified Family Life
Educator (CFLE) Content area #9 Professional Ethics & Practice. Building resume/CVs, cover letters and participating in peer reviews and mock interviews help prepare undergraduates for employment in Family Science. Assignment details, rubrics, student feedback, and course objectives are discussed so that others may use this assignment series to prepare future Family Science professionals.
Keywords: professional development, family life education, professional ethics, teaching
