Family & Consumer Sciences

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Family and Consumer Sciences Education Option

The demand for professionals interested in teaching Family & Consumer Sciences in public and/or private schools is increasing dramatically. The education option prepares individuals for careers, such as:

• Middle School, Junior and Senior High School Family & Consumer Sciences Teacher
• Cooperative Extension Education Specialist
• Government Affairs Specialist
• Legislative Lobbyist
• Occupational or Vocational Counselor
• Curriculum Design Consultant
• Educational Consultant
• Business or Industry Trainer

Students preparing for teaching careers will observe professionals as well as student teach as a part of their program.

Web sites of interest include:

• American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences
• Nebraska Department of Education
• National Association for the Education of Young Children
• Association for Career and Technical Education