Human Ecology - Family and Consumer Sciences Education
Program Transfer Guide
University of Maryland, Eastern Shore
Effective
Fall, 2023 - Current
Instruction Methods
In person
About the Program
The Family and Consumer Sciences Education Program provides educational opportunities designed to fulfill the needs of society in general and the State of Maryland in particular for FCS teachers. The program (1) offers a hands-on experience, performance-based program that will prepare prospective FCS teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to address some of life’s most difficult tasks; and (2) enhances the quality of life for individuals and families in regard to resource management; living environments; individual, child and family development; nutrition and food; and textiles at the secondary level. The knowledge, skills, and processes acquired through Family and Consumer Sciences Education are applicable to the management of personal and family lives as well as work responsibilities. Students applying for admission to the Professional Teacher Education Program will be required to meet the following criteria by the time they wish to enroll in the professional education classes: ..