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Department of Family Life
Master of Science in Education - Family Life
Strengthen families through education and inspiration with our Master’s in Education - Family Life
Become a family life educator online
The world needs people who answer the call to help individuals and families thrive. Our fully online degree in family science will prepare you for a rewarding career in family life education, ready to help others navigate whatever life throws at them.
Credits
36
Cost Per Credit
$715
100% Online
Our program is offered fully online to fit your busy lifestyle!
Faith-based
We are committed to engaging your mind and spirit for service to Christ in the church and the world.
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Program Overview
At Concordia, we understand stories of origin shape our worldview. And while no family is perfect, every family is most definitely unique. Our master’s in family life focuses on creating family scientists who study how families affect individuals and relate to societies. With a strong emphasis on counseling, you’ll learn to bring Christ-centered compassion and understanding to the challenges that face people in today's world.
What to Expect
Our program curriculum is aligned with the content requirements by the National Council on Family Relations. Graduates of our family life educator program are eligible to become Certified Family Life Educators through the NCFR. Our online FLE program can be completed over the course of two years through convenient eight-week courses. Want to read more about our curriculum? Click the curriculum tab above to learn more.
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Locations
- Online
How to Apply
Entrance requirements
- An awarded bachelor's degree from an accredited higher-education institution
- This graduate has a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00. (Students below a 3.00 may still be reviewed for consideration.)
Admissions process for graduate school
- Application form available at www.cuw.edu/apply
- Select the Graduate option
- One page essay which should include the following:
- Reason for obtaining a graduate degree
- What are your career goals
- Why are you choosing to pursue your degree at Concordia University
- Current résumé of your education and employment experience
- Two letters of recommendation using this Recommendation Form
- Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education
When your application is complete, the file is forwarded to the Admission Committee for review.
Accepted into the program
- An official acceptance letter will be emailed to you that will include your Student ID number
- An email from your Admissions Counselor will be sent to you with Next-Step details
- Password information will be sent separately from the Information Technology office which will provide you access to Blackboard, your Concordia email account, and your student portal
- Academic Advising Appointment: Once admitted, you may schedule to meet with your Academic & Career Advisor who will review your degree plan, discuss orientation steps, the CUW student portal, and assist with registering for classes
Please note:
- Graduate entrance exams such as the GRE, are not required
- If you have completed graduate level classes in the last seven years and wish to have them evaluated for possible transfer, please contact your admissions counselor for more information
- Uncommon Scholarships: If you meet qualifications, please complete an application Uncommon Scholarship
International Students
- International students should contact the Office of International Admissions at international.admissions@cuw.edu for additional information on eligibility and application requirements. For more details, please visit our International Admissions website page.
Contact Us
Graduate Admission Office at graduate.admission@cuw.edu or 262-243-4300.
Beverly M. Griffor
PhD, JD, MBA, MS
Director of Clinical Services, Adjunct Professor
Phone: (734) 922-5251
Education
- JD - Ave Maria School of Law (2007)
- Ph D - Clinical Psychology concentration in neuropsychology & forensic psychology, Fielding Graduate University (2020)
Contributions
- Griffor, B. & Vasquez, S. (2022). "Probability and Statistics for Lawyers." In Lorandos, D (Ed.), The Litigators Handbook of Forensic Medicine, Psychiatry and Psychology. Eagan, MN: Thomson Reuters.
- Griffor, B. (2020). Empathy Influences the Relationship Between Predicted Risk and Offense Severity for First Time Sex Offenders. Fielding Graduate University, Santa Barbara, CA: ProQuest.
- Griffor, B. (2015). "Manifestations and Outcomes of Pediatric mTBI." Psychotherapy Bulletin. (vol. 50.2). The Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy.
Presentations
- Griffor, B. (2018). Telemental Health in Correctional Settings. Lecture. Michigan Sheriff's Association: 2018 Summer Conference. Lansing, MI.
- Griffor, B. (2017). Preparing for Expert Witnesses in Cases with Mental Health Implications. Lecture. Western Michigan Cooley, Mental Health: A Michigan Perspective. Lansing, MI.
- Lorandos, D., Campbell, T., Vasquez, S. & Griffor, B., (2013). Consultation and treatment in high conflict and parental alienation cases. Lecture. Presentation and Panel Discussion at the 29th Annual Symposium of the American College of Forensic Psychology. San Diego, CA.
Research Interests
- Offender Rehabilitation
- Trauma recovery
- Mental health access
Teaching Interests
- Law & Family Policy
- Research Methods
- Statistics
Val Keiper
Program Director - Family Life, Graduate, Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4266
Education
- Ph D - Early Childhood Education, University of Missouri (1993)
- MA - Early Childhood Education, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (1984)
- BA - Elementary Education, Concordia College (1980)
Contributions
- Muth, N., Keiper, V., Kremer, K., MacCudden, R. & Schnake, R., (2018). Implementation of edTPA Completion Prior to Student Teaching. In Debra Miretzky, Co-Managing Editor Sharon Stevens, Co-Managing Editor Krista Bowers-Sharpe, Editor Mahrya Carncross, Editor Chase Catalano, Editor (Ed.), (3 ed.,vol. 30,pp. 21). Macomb, IL: Mid-western Educational Researcher.
Presentations
- Muth, N., Keiper, V., Kremer, K. & O'Neil, H., (2021). Culturally Relevant Read-Alouds Across the Curriculum: Grades K-3. Oral Presentation. 2021 Catholic Educators Convention. Wisconsin Center.
- Muth, N., Keiper, V., Kremer, K. & O'Neil, H., (2021). Culturally Relevant Read-Alouds Across the Curriculum: Grades 4-8. Oral Presentation. 2021 Catholic Educators' Convention. Wisconsin Center.
Research Interests
- Culturally Relevant Literature
- Teaching of Writing with Young Learners
Teaching Interests
- Literacy
- Teaching of Writing