What can I do with my
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE degree?
Employers of Family and Consumer Science Majors
· School Systems
· Government Agencies
· Human or Social Service Organizations
· Community Centers
· Church or Religious Organizations
· Private Homes or Family Day Care Centers
· Nursery School or Mother's Day Out Programs
· Restaurants or Specialty Food Shops
· Family Service Agencies
· Hospitality Industry
· Retail Stores
· Textile & Apparel Manufacturers
· Fashion Consulting Firms
· Fashion Press
· Boutiques
Related Occupations for Family and Consumer Science Majors
Some of these occupations may require additional education at Graduate or Professional schools. For
information on training and qualifications needed for the specific occupations you are considering, consult
the "Occupational Outlook Handbook" or other career guidance resources. Also, take advantage of
career planning services offered by the university.
| Home Economist |
Home Management Advisor |
4-H Agent |
| Educator |
Inspector |
Sales |
| Recipe Developer |
Food Editor |
Consumer Consultant |
| Nutritional Consultant |
Food Service Manager |
Fashion Buyer |
| Apparel Designer |
Textile Designer |
Apparel Production |
| Textile Manufacturer |
Clothing Specialist |
CAD Designer |
| Costume Designer |
Display Designer |
Fashion Coordinator |
| Fashion Illustrator |
Pattern Designer/Maker |
Piece Goods Buyer |
| Fabric Buyer |
Store Manager |
Caterer |
| Kitchen Specialist |
Community Service Worker |
Outreach Worker |
| Travel Specialist |
Tour Director |
Teacher |
| Child Life Special |
Community Service Worker |
Outreach Worker |
| Gerontology Outreach Worker |
Parent Educator |
Child Advocate |
| Child Care Director |
Caseworker |
Human Development Consultant |
| Early Child Development Intervention |
Nursing /Retirement Facility Program Director |
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Preparing for a Job in Family and Consumer Science
· Seek work related experience particularly in summer camps or special needs areas.
· Consider taking counseling or social work courses as minor or double major.
· Acquire teaching certification.
· Learn federal, state and local job application process.
· Develop communication, computer and organizational skills.
· Pursue an internship with target population.
· Cultivate skills in working with a variety of people.
· Consider taking courses in biology or chemistry.
· Develop sketching ability.
· Develop a career portfolio.
· Keep up with current trends in your discipline by attending style shows, exhibits, fairs, historic houses, visiting museums and art galleries.
· Participate in study tours to fashion market centers or companies.
· Learn garment construction.
· Develop eye for detail, sense of color and style.
· Volunteer in a social service agency or as an advocate for children or the elderly, etc.
· Obtain part-time employment in clothing store or community service agency.
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