Program Overview

Bachelor's in Family and Consumer Sciences Education

The Bachelor's in Family and Consumer Sciences Education is a program that provides students with a foundation in teaching family and life skills to teens and adults. This foundation is designed to prepare individuals for success as individuals and in building families.

Program Overview

The program is specifically tailored to students who plan to teach family and consumer sciences at the secondary level. It is a people-centered profession where educators teach life literacy, problem-solving skills, and career pathway strategies needed to be a responsible and productive individual, family member, and employee.

Curriculum

Students studying family and consumer sciences education will take a variety of courses offered in both the College of Health and Human Sciences and the College of Education. The program focuses on:

• Personal wellness
• Educational psychology
• Interpersonal relations
• Family and consumer sciences
• Core teaching skills

Career Opportunities

Licensed family and consumer sciences educators can work in a variety of settings, including:

• Middle schools
• High schools
• Public advocacy
• Teacher training
• Cooperative extension Some potential career paths include:
• Adult education instructor
• Secondary school teacher
• Family and community service managers

Continuing Education

For those interested in furthering their education, the Curriculum and Instruction with Licensure (M.S.) program is available.

The K-State Difference

The family and consumer sciences education program at Kansas State University boasts a 100 percent job placement rate for its graduates, highlighting the strong demand for family and consumer sciences education teachers.

Program Partnership

The family and consumer sciences education program is a partnership between the College of Health and Human Sciences and the College of Education, allowing students to take courses in both colleges to complete their degree.

Additional Opportunities

Kansas State University offers various opportunities for students, including undergraduate research, study abroad programs, and health professions advising. These opportunities are designed to enhance the student experience and provide a well-rounded education.