What is family and consumer sciences education?
Why family and consumer sciences education at OSU?
Career Paths
Primarily career options include:
- Family and consumer sciences teacher (6-12) and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) adviser
- Cooperative Extension Service FCS county educator
- 4-H educator
Highlights
Extensive Experience
Students participate in field experiences in rural, suburban and urban schools and Cooperative Extension offices in both program options. All students complete a capstone semester internship, either in student teaching or a county Extension office. In addition, students participate in professional development activities to broaden their networks as well as in FCCLA and 4-H activities to further prepare for their career. On campus, the FCSE pedagogy courses provide wide-ranging, hands-on experiences equipping students to be effective educators who impact individuals from youth through adulthood with FCS content and leadership skills.
Mentoring
State and nationally recognized family and consumer sciences educator and leader Dr. Paula Tripp coordinates the program, teaches the pedagogy courses and provides personalized mentoring. We also offer extensive networking opportunities with professionals across the state and nation.
OSU professor receives FCCLA Alumni Achievement Award
Student Perspective
“Growing up in a broken home, I often felt like a broken person, but my FCS educator taught me that strength can be gained from even the most difficult experiences. Through FCCLA, I found my voice and the confidence to carry my name with pride. Now I aspire to become the leader I once needed as a child. At OSU, the combination of coursework and off-campus field experiences is preparing me to teach my future students essential knowledge, life skills and emotional intelligence. FCCLA and FCS will always be a welcoming home for all.”
Family and consumer sciences education student
College of Education and Human Sciences
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