The Family and Consumer Studies Department prepares students to perform in areas of preschool and child care settings. Family and Consumer Studies courses provide students with learning experiences in personal development, parenting skills, and job-related training. Some courses offer students elective credits toward an AA Degree that are transferable to baccalaureate institutions in early childhood education and related areas. Includes parent education classes for parents of babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, as well as other classes to meet the changing needs of parents of infants through teens. Generally, courses above 100 level are transferable to early childhood education degree programs at most baccalaureate institutions.
Courses apply toward certification and licensing in child care centers.
Some courses apply to ECE endorsement for certified teachers. Includes courses for personal and professional development in areas of meal preparation and nutrition. Students planning to transfer to a baccalaureate institution in early childhood education, home economics, or related degree programs should work closely with the faculty adviser to assure that degree requirements are met. Electives for the AA Degree may be selected from those Family and Consumer Studies courses numbered above the 100 level. Courses are generally offered on a two-year rotation.