Career and technical education | Family and consumer sciences option
Bachelor of Science in Education
Teach practical skills for real-world success
Family and consumer sciences (FCS) educators prepare youth and adults with essential life and career skills that strengthen individuals, families and communities.
In this program, you will learn how to teach courses in nutrition and wellness, culinary arts, child development, family relations, personal finance, apparel and interior design and other areas that prepare students for success in their personal lives and future careers. You will explore the latest instructional methods, technologies and hands-on approaches used in today’s FCS classrooms while designing engaging, practical learning experiences.
Graduates of this program teach in high schools, technical and vocational schools and community colleges, and they may also work in community education programs, workforce development or nonprofit organizations.
View the sample four-year plan for this degree.
Overview
Related Topics
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Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy working with people
- Have a strong interest in a certain professional-technical field
- Like teaching hands-on subjects
- Are a patient, positive person
- Have strong communication and leadership skills
Career outcomes
Current job openings
2,102 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Social and Community Service Managers
$84,050 - Social Science Research Assistants
$51,325 - Marriage and Family Therapists
$78,767 - Child, Family, and School Social Workers
$67,075 - Social and Human Service Assistants
$47,268
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
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To maximize aid and scholarship possibilities, be sure to complete your FAFSA. For information on FAFSA deadlines and answers to common questions, visit the University of Idaho FAFSA website.
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Scholarships
Unlock scholarship opportunities at University of Idaho! When you apply to U of I, you're automatically considered for scholarships. We also offer a variety of scholarships based on experience, background and academic programs that students can apply for to help pay for college.
Explore available scholarships on our Scholarships website.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
To earn a teaching degree, you will spend an entire semester in an internship position at a high school. You will get to know the teaching profession well while you collaborate with local schools and work with some outstanding, high-achieving high school students.
Internships
All students must complete a student teaching internship before completing their degree.
Application information
Undergraduate applications open each September and admissions are processed on a rolling basis. Qualified students are admitted and considered for scholarships and financial aid as applications are received.
Explore admission requirements and apply on our Admissions website.