Opportunities for peer recognition for work in the profession; awards given in the areas
of New Achiever, Extension Excellence, Teacher of the Year and Leader of the Year
Scholarships and grants to further education or programs
Networking opportunities with FCS professionals across the country
Unites family and consumer sciences professionals in the cause of serving others
In-service education through district and state meetings
Participation and involvement at all levels in the American Association of Family and
Consumer Sciences
Support, encourage and showcase high quality research and creative teaching projects
Mentor students for professional growth and development
The American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences offers a
certification program to its members. Certification is achieved through
successful passing of a standards-based examination that tests subject
matter competence of professionals who plan to practice in family and
consumer sciences or one of the areas within the family and consumer
sciences profession.
Three examinations are currently offered. They are:
Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) --Composite Examination
FCS Human Development & Family Studies (HD&FS) Concentration Exam
National certification in family and consumer sciences is known as Certified
in Family and Consumer Sciences (CFCS). Becoming a CFCS, CFCS-HDFS, or
CFCS-HNFS provides an important statement to others of your competence in
family and consumer sciences and your commitment to professionalism.
