Fresno State Child and Family Science
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Fresno State lists for Child and Family Science transfers starts with CFS 31, CFS 38 and CFS 39; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
Fresno State Child and Family Science Major Preparation
The courses Fresno State lists as Child and Family Science major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are Fresno State's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Child and family sciences pre-major requirements
Required
- CFS 31 Introduction to Family Science
Complete 1 of these
- CFS 38 Life Span Development
- CFS 39 Introduction to Child Development
Other degree requirements
Complete all of these
- PLSI 2 American Government and Institutions
- Arts/Humanities (A/H)
- Lifelong-Understanding and Self-Development (L/S)
- Multicultural/International (M/I)
Also listed by Fresno State
Fresno State lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Major electives
15 units from these
- CFS 5 Observation and Assessment in Early Child Care
- GERON 10S Journey of Adulthood: Planning a Meaningful Life
- PH 91 Human Sexuality
- PSYCH 42 Introductory to Statistics and Data Analysis
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fresno State have a Child and Family Science major for transfer students?
Yes. Fresno State offers Child and Family Science (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Fresno State for Child and Family Science?
Fresno State's Child and Family Science major preparation includes CFS 31, CFS 38, CFS 39 and PLSI 2. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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