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Career & Technical Education: Family & Consumer Sciences

Prepare to teach family and consumer sciences in grades 5-12. Combine subject-area preparation with classroom methods, field experience and student teaching on the path to Illinois teacher licensure.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
122 Total, 77 in Major
Careers
Family, Postsecondary, School
Career & Technical Education: Family & Consumer Sciences students at EIU

Why Study Career & Technical Education: Family & Consumer Sciences at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"I chose EIU because after talking with some of my high school teachers and hearing what they had to say about the education program, I knew it would be a great fit for me. I choose to stick with EIU because of the wonderful professors and friendly, small town feel EIU gives."
Emily Cress
Class of 2027, Familly and Consumer Science Education
Emily Cress, Familly and Consumer Science Education at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
Hands-On Experience, Career & Technical Education: Family & Consumer Sciences students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Career and Technical Education: Family & Consumer Sciences prepares students to teach practical, life-centered subjects in middle and high schools. Coursework connects family and consumer sciences content with curriculum development, classroom instruction, assessment and the needs of diverse learners.

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$54,548
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Family & Consumer Sciences Teachers,…
  • Career/Technical Education Teachers,…
  • Career/Technical Education Teachers,…
  • Middle School Teachers
  • Education Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Secondary School Teachers
  • Farm & Home Management Educators

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

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Gail Turner
Instructor, CTE Coordinator (TLF)
glturner@eiu.edu
2144 Buzzard Hall
217-581-5728
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Stephen Lucas
Executive Director, Educator Preparation
selucas@eiu.edu
1417
217-581-5728
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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