Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None

Housing and Interior Design students explore factors affecting decisions related to housing and home furnishings for individuals and families. Planning, selecting, purchasing, and maintaining a livable home environment are emphasized, while exploring topics such as housing design, interior design, selection and use of appliances, energy conservation in the home, furniture selection and arrangement, wall and floor coverings, window treatments, accessories, lighting, and landscaping.

Family Living focuses on developing the communication and interpersonal skills necessary for satisfying personal and family relationships both now and in the future. Students have the opportunity to explore and discuss a wide variety of topics including dating, love, infatuation, sexuality, marriage, parenting, balancing work and family responsibilities, adapting to life cycle changes, and coping with loss caused by divorce, disability, or death.