2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]


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Family and Consumer Sciences Education (B.S.)



Program Coordinator/Contact

Nicole A. Graves, Assistant Professor
Department of Teaching, Learning, and Leadership
Wenona Hall 102
605-688-6484

Program Information

As a family and consumer sciences educator, the FCSE graduate is qualified to teach content in a wide range of settings, including in middle and high schools, occupational training programs, adult programs, or to serve as an extension educator. The FCSE program prepares students with comprehensive subject matter background from all areas of family and consumer sciences, (human development, family studies, consumer affairs, apparel, housing, nutrition, hospitality, and personal finance) contributing to the versatility of the major. The program focuses on characteristics of various learners or clients, learning principles and different applications of the teaching-learning process.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Family and Consumer Sciences major students will:

  • Have broad knowledge of career and technical education content and be prepared to teach these subjects at the secondary level,
  • Understand education concepts related to effective teaching and learning at the secondary level of education,
  • Be prepared to coordinate an effective program of high school career and technical  content and serve as FCCLA advisor,
  • Be prepared for a variety of careers in family and consumer sciences,
  • Locate and evaluate information to aid in decision-making,
  • Have sufficient core competencies for effective lifetime learning,
  • Demonstrate effective written and oral communications skills,
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Academic Requirements

  • A grade of “C” or better is required in SPCM 101 , ENGL 101 , PSYC 101 , and MATH 103  or higher (if these courses are in your plan of study), and all courses for the major (classes with department/program prefix).
  • An overall GPA of 2.5 is required to enroll in any education courses.

Accreditation, Certification, and Licensure

Accreditation

National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education Programs
South Dakota Department of Education

Certification and Licensure

  • Completion of an approved bachelor’s Secondary preparation program.
  • Completion of an approved Indian Studies course.
  • Pass the state designated content knowledge test or 2.7 GPA in content major coursework.
  • Pass the state designated pedagogy test.
  • Completion of a Suicide Awareness and Prevention training, available free online through the South Dakota Department of Education.
  • Apply online with the South Dakota Department of Education.
  • Written recommendation from institution of higher education (SDSU) verifying program completion.

Course Delivery Format

Coursework in the FCSE program is delivered using lectures, discussions, collaborative group work, inquiry-based projects, and applied learning in field experiences, practicums, and internships.

Requirements for Family and Consumer Sciences Education Major: 120 Credits


Bachelor of Science in Education and Human Sciences

System General Education Requirements


College of Education and Human Sciences Requirements


Major Requirements


Electives


Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements.

Total Required Credits: 120


Summary of Program Requirements


Bachelor of Science in Education and Human Sciences

System General Education Requirements 30 Credit Hours
College of Education and Human Science Requirements 4 Credits Hours
Major Requirements 84 Credit Hours
Electives** 2 Credit Hours

**Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements

Academic Advising Guide Sheet


The goal of the academic advising guide sheets and sample plans of study is to promote undergraduate student success by guiding all students to timely completion of an undergraduate degree. Students are not limited to the course sequence provided for their academic program. Instead, the sample plan of study is one possible path to completing your degree and is meant to be used as a guide for planning purposes in consultation with an academic advisor. The plans also help students prepare for meetings with their academic advisor and track their progress in their selected academic program.