Family and consumer sciences (FACS) education is the new name for the field formerly known as home economics education. At Purdue, the teacher-education program is called "consumer and family sciences education" in keeping with the name of the School of Consumer and Family Sciences.

The goal of FACS education in Indiana is to empower individuals and families across the life span to manage the challenges of living and working in a diverse, global society. Our unique focus is on families, work, and their interrelationships.

Today's middle and high school family and consumer sciences classes are relevant for everyone. They include classes on such subjects as life careers, nutrition and wellness, interpersonal relationships, child development and parenting, and adult roles and responsibilities.

FACS Classes in Middle Schools
Classes for 6th, 7th, and/or 8th grade students (taken by all students in most schools):

• Heart Healthy Hoopla
• Career and Life Connections
• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

FACS Classes in High Schools: Core Courses

• Adult Roles and Responsibilities
• Child Development and Parenting
• Consumer Economics
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Human Development and Family Wellness
• Nutrition and Wellness
• Orientation to Life and Careers

FACS Classes in High Schools: Advanced and Enrichment Courses

• Advanced Child Development
• Advanced Nutrition and Foods
• Chemistry of Foods
• Family and Consumer Sciences Issues and Applications
• Housing and Interiors
• Textiles and Fashion Technologies

FACS Classes in High Schools: Professional/Occupational Courses

• Apparel and Textile Occupations
• Early Childhood Education and Services
• Food Industry Occupations
• Housing Occupations
• Residential and Institutional Facilities and Equipment
• Human Services Occupations
• Cooperative Occupational Family and Consumer Sciences

How to Contact CFS Education