Family Focus Family focus courses are taught in middle and high school programs. Areas of instruction include family relations, individual development, life planning, nutrition and wellness, parenting, and resource management. Work Focus Work focus courses are taught in comprehensive high schools, area career and technical schools, and community colleges. One component of preparation for teaching in a work focus program is work experience in the appropriate area. This experience can be completed as a part of the teacher preparation program.
Graduates are eligible for teacher licensure in Virginia and many other states.
They acquire skills in human relations, leadership, educational psychology, teaching methodology, and use of technology in education. There is a shortage of these teachers both in Virginia and nationwide. Career Opportunities Family and Consumer Sciences Education graduates at Virginia Tech work in a variety of employment arenas in the public and private sectors. Other public agency positions include becoming an extension agent with the Cooperative Extension Service or working with social service agencies such as Head Start and Family Services. Other graduates are employed in private sector businesses and industries.