Master of Science [M.S] [Health & Human Development] From Montana State University

Food, Family and Community Health Sciences OptionThe Department of Health and Human Development offers a Master of Science degree with an option in food, family and community health sciences with two programs of study:

• family and community health, and

• sustainable food systems.

The family and community health program offers a skills-based program which integrates theory and critical thinking to assess the needs of individuals, families, and communities. Students learn to plan, implement and evaluate programming designed to promote health, human development and well-being. The sustainable food systems program focuses on sustainable food production, food preparation and processing, distribution, nutrition, and community food security in order for students to better understand how food systems influence health. Interested students may obtain descriptions by calling (406) 994-3242, or visiting the department website at Depending on the students' goals, undergraduate degree, and course work, additional courses may be added or deleted to supplement the curriculum.Family and Consumer Sciences OptionThis master's option offers an area of study in early childhood education/child development and family science. Students must successfully complete a 36-credit minimum course of study. The department is not accepting applications to the Family and Consumer Sciences program at this time. Please see the Family and Community Health option under Food, Family and Community Health. Exercise and Nutrition Sciences OptionThe Department of Health and Human Development offers a Master of Science degree with an option in exercise and nutrition sciences with two programs of study:

• exercise and nutrition sciences

• sport and coaching sciences.

The Department of Health and Human Development offers a Master of Science degree with an option in counseling (marriage and family counseling or mental health counseling) and a Master of Education degree in School Counseling. All three programs, marriage and family counseling, mental health counseling, and school counseling, are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).