Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Concentration is a broad program including preparation in specific subject matter areas of family and consumer sciences and teaching. FCS Teacher focus on teaching child development, families, communications, food and nutrition, personal finances, housing, fashion and textiles in middle and high schools. This major prepares students to get certified to be an FCS Teacher. It is important to note that there is a nationwide shortage of FCS Teachers. Beginning teachers in Texas start at above $50,000 for a nine-month contract with benefits and retirement plan.
Majors choose one of three different degree plans. Students choosing the Consumer Affairs major with a concentration in personal financial management study personal financial decision making, consumer law, financial counselling, the role of the consumer in the economy and they select a minor. Students prepare for careers in financial services for individuals and families, financial counselling, consumer advocacy, or government agencies.