It’s our pleasure to introduce the twin pillar of Counseling, Human Development, and Family Science (CHDFS), Spencer Olmstead, Ph.D. Olmstead is our Assistant Department Head, professor in HDFS, and the current HDFS Graduate Program Director. Through our interactions with Olmstead, we’ve seen his dedication to students in making sure the next generation of HDFS graduates […]
Did you know that you can become a licensed mental health care provider in all 50 states with a Master’s degree? Our CACREP-accredited program offers a two-year, 60-credit hour Master’s degree that prepares you for licensure in clinical mental health counseling or school counseling Our Counseling and Counselor Education programs promote optimal development and holistic […]
The Department of Counseling, Human Development, and Family Science (CHDFS) may have just established in August 2024, but many would be surprised to learn how rich a history it stems from. An evolution from Home Economics (to Human Ecology to Child and Family Studies to), Human Development, and Family Science (HDFS) is now a forefront […]
UT Grand Challenge Grants proposals are underway and our very own Dr. Jamian Coleman presented his teams proposal for “Bridging the Gap: Tailored Distance Education for Rural Addiction Counseling in Tennessee.” The project addresses the critical need for accessible substance use treatment in rural Tennessee communities, contributing to the Grand Challenge of Overcoming Addictions. Despite […]
