Human Ecology - Family and Consumer Sciences Education, B.S.

The Family and Consumer Sciences Education Program (FCS) provides educational opportunities designed to fulfill the needs of society in general and the State of Maryland in particular for FCS teachers. The program (1) offers a hands-on experience, performance-based program that will prepare prospective FCS teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to address some of life’s most difficult tasks; and (2) enhances the quality of life for individuals and families in regard to resource management; living environments; individual, child and family development; nutrition and food; and textiles at the secondary level. The knowledge, skills, and processes acquired through Family and Consumer Sciences Education are applicable to the management of personal and family lives as well as work responsibilities.

Departmental Requirements

The Family and Consumer Science Education Program require that all students maintain a “C” in each course in their Program Core and Program Electives and a “C” average in General Education and Supportive Course Requirements. Individual programs may choose specific courses to fulfill General Education requirements. Students transferring into the department from another department or institution must have a 2.5 Cum GPA. Students are also required to meet the education requirements for admission to teacher candidacy through the Department of Education, including passing PRAXIS I. Students will be expected to consult their departmental academic advisor for information regarding requirements.