Family and Consumer Sciences Option

Jordan Belcher, a family and consumer sciences major, advises two students in a kitchen classroom at Republic High School.

Teach essential life skills

Explore teaching strategies in practical topics, like nutrition, relationships and more.

Inspire students to create healthier communities and families.

Degree options

Want to take the family and consumer sciences option? Review the program requirements for the exact courses you need to take.

Use a four-year plan as the guide for your overall schedule.

Sample schedule

Four-year (full-time)

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Why take the family and consumer sciences (FCS) option?

Get a full view of FCS - Follow your passion in courses that interest you. Explore topics in health, human development, housing, career advancement, family dynamics and more.
See how FCS fits in other fields - Combine your FCS knowledge with other disciplines. Earn a versatile degree to help your students master multiple technical subjects.
Improve your teaching techniques - Engage in hands-on training. You'll have supervised teaching experience in exceptional FCS programs at local public schools.
Expand your influence on the community - Join a fulfilling career where you'll lead others to engage in positive lifestyles. Make a lasting impact by teaching students how to bring healthy change to their communities.

MSU student Kendell Loyd points at a problem on a student's worksheet.

Careers and Outcomes

Explore your potential career paths

Work in educational settings to promote healthy living and develop life skills.

Want to focus solely on family and consumer sciences?

Consider pursuing a family and consumer sciences major.

You'll explore specific concepts in family and community wellness. Besides teaching, you'll also be able to pursue roles in business, retail, social services and more.

This major has a 100% job placement rate for graduates who are entering the classroom.