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Kress Behlen, Family and Consumer Science Teacher
Family and Consumer Science Course of Study
The Alabama Family and Consumer Science (FACS) Course of Study is a curriculum framework designed to guide educators in teaching essential life skills that prepare students for success in family, career, and community roles. This curriculum typically includes a range of subject areas such as:
1. Personal and Family Living
- Interpersonal relationships
- Communication skills
- Family dynamics
- Parenting education
2. Consumer Education
- Financial literacy
- Budgeting and money management
- Consumer rights and responsibilities
- Decision-making skills
3. Nutrition and Wellness
- Meal planning and preparation
- Healthy eating habits
- Food safety and sanitation
- Physical fitness and wellness
4. Culinary Arts
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen safety
- Food service and hospitality
- Cultural food traditions
5. Child Development
- Stages of growth and development
- Childcare techniques
- Safety and health of children
6. Housing and Interior Design
- Home design principles
- Interior decoration
- Housing trends and sustainability
7. Textiles and Apparel
- Clothing construction and care
- Fashion design and merchandising
- Textiles science
8. Career Exploration
- Career planning and development
- Workplace skills
- Professionalism in the workforce
9. Event Planning and Management
- Planning, organizing, and managing events
- Budgeting and resource management
- Hospitality and customer service
Each course aligns with Alabama’s state standards and is designed to prepare students for
post-secondary education, career readiness, and overall life management. Courses are often
hands-on and project-based, allowing students to apply what they learn in practical, real-world
contexts.
https://www.alabamaachieves.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/CTE_20240806_2024-COS-Human-Services_V1.0.pdf
Curriculum and Materials
https://www.icevonline.com/
CTE Alabama Standards Aligned Curriculum
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