Welcome to the BSc. Family and Consumer Sciences Education

Students completing the Bachelor of Science in Family & Consumer Sciences Education program at Southeast Missouri State University receive a K-12 certification and are trained to teach a variety of different subject matters such as:  Child Development, Family and Personal Relationships, Foods and Nutrition, Clothing Construction and Fashion and Interior Design. The aim of FCS courses is that all students increase their ability to act responsibly and productively, work cooperatively, apply concepts of balancing school/work and family, create solutions to critical and emergent issues, utilize technology effectively in personal and family settings, and maintain healthy lifestyles. FCS education provides the bridge needed by all students to deal with life and career issues (*AAFCS Rationale). As a family and consumer sciences education major, you’ll learn to teach a variety of subjects such as child development, family and personal relationships, foods and nutrition, clothing construction and fashion, and interior design.  The Family and Consumer Sciences graduate certificate program provides students with the knowledge and skills to positively impact the quality of individual and family life. The coursework provides students with the ability to amplify critical-thinking skills to address problems in diverse family, community, and work environments. Program graduates will enhance capacity-building skills that empower individuals and families to thrive in an ever-changing society.

Career Path

Graduates of this program may be employed in the following areas: Educators (public and private institutions) at the basic levels. Technical experts (in food, garment and textile industries). Entrepreneurs (in hospitality and cottage industries). Human resource developers in early childhood development and rehabilitation centres. Institutions such as social welfare and community development, armed forces, prisons.