Student Teaching Students are assigned for 12 weeks to a middle, junior, or senior high school where they apply professional knowledge and refine their instructional skills. Students work closely with master classroom teachers and university professors while student teaching. Scholarship s Scholarships are available through the College of Human Ecology, the College of Education, and the university. To apply, submit a K-State scholarship application to the Office of Student Financial Assistance. Work Experience Work experience in a business setting is required for all family and consumer sciences education students.
Students learn skills applicable to the teaching of occupational preparation classes.
An essential element in a college experience is leadership development. Students in family and consumer sciences education are involved in leadership roles throughout the university, in the College of Human Ecology, and in the College of Education. Qualified students are encouraged to participate in Kappa Delta Pi, Phi Upsilon Omicron, and Kappa Omicron Nu honor societies and the College of Human Ecology honors program. Facilities and Equipment Current technology is applied to classroom activities and projects. Computer technology is incorporated into human ecology and teacher education classes.