CTE: Family and Consumer Sciences

DOE: 5330

Credit/s: 1

Semester/s: 1

Prerequisite/s: Grades 11-12

This course builds knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors students will need to take the next steps toward adulthood in today's changing society. A project-based approach that utilizes high order thinking, communication, leadership, and management processes integrates topics into the study of individual and family issues. The focus is on becoming independent, contributing, and responsible participants in family, community, and career settings. Topics include living independently; analysis of personal standards, needs, aptitudes and goals; integration of family, community and career responsibilities; consumer choices and decision making related to nutrition and wellness, clothing, housing and transportation; financial management; relationship of technology and environmental issues to family and consumer resources; and community roles and responsibilities.

DOE: 5360

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

This course addresses the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors associated with supporting and promoting optimal growth and development of infants and children. The focus is on research based nurturing and parenting practices and skills that support positive development of children. Topics include consideration of the roles, responsibilities and challenges of parenthood; adolescent pregnancy; human sexuality; prenatal development; preparation for birth; the birth process; meeting the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, moral and cultural growth and development needs of infants and children up to age 3; impacts of heredity, environment, and family and societal crisis on the development of the child; meeting children's needs for food, clothing, shelter and caregiving; caring for children with special needs; parental resources, services and agencies and career awareness.

DOE: 5340

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

Course Fee: $

Nutrition and Wellness enables students to realize the components and lifelong benefits of good nutrition and wellness and empowers them to apply these principles in their everyday lives. Emphases that may be addressed are contemporary economic, social, psychological, cultural, and global issues, including hunger, technology of foods, tools, and equipment-past, present, and future; acquiring, organizing, and evaluating information about foods and nutrition, including via the internet; nutrition and meal planning for special needs; exploration of all aspects of the food industry; experimentation and specialty or advanced or gourmet preparation skills. Laboratory experiences which emphasize both nutrition and wellness.

DOE: 0700

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

Prerequisite/s: Advanced Child Development

This course provides students with an overview of skills and strategies necessary to successfully complete a certificate. Additionally, it provides an overview of the history, theory and foundations of early childhood education as well as exposure to types of programs, curricula and services available to young children. This course also examines basic principles of child development, Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP), importance of family, licensing, and elements of quality care of young children with an emphasis on the learning environment related to health, safety and nutrition. Early Childhood Education Curriculum examines developmentally appropriate environments and activities in various childcare settings while exploring the varying developmental levels and cultural backgrounds of children. Students may be required to complete observations and field experiences as related to this course.

DOE: 0701

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

Prerequisite/s: Principles of Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education Curriculum examines developmentally appropriate environments and activities in various childcare settings while exploring the varying developmental levels and cultural backgrounds of children. Students may be required to complete observations and field experiences with children as related to this course.

DOE: 0702

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

Prerequisite/s: Early Childhood Education Curriculum

This course allows students to analyze developmentally appropriate guidance, theory and implementation for various early care and education settings. It also provides a basic understanding of the anti-bias/multicultural emphasis in the field of early childhood. Students may be required to complete observations and field experiences with children as related to this course.

DOE: 0703

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

Prerequisite/s: Early Childhood Education Guidance

This course will prepare students to complete the application, CDA exam, and verification process for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Students may also study the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and moral development of children from conception to age twelve. Theories of child development, biological and environmental foundations, prenatal development, the birth process, and the newborn baby will be discussed. Additionally, students will explore the aspects of early literacy skill development in young children from birth through third grade. Students will explore techniques, technological tools and other learning opportunities that encourage positive attitudes in children regarding listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities. In the course, students will research, examine and explore the use of observation in screening and assessment to promote healthy literacy development in early childhood education. Finally, students will be provided an introduction to caring for each exceptional child. This includes theories and practices for producing optimal developmental growth. Students may be required to complete observations and field experiences with children as related to this course.

HHS Only

DOE: 5420 (FTC1) & DOE: 5421 (FTC2)

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

Prerequisite/s: Introduction to Fashion & Textiles & Grade 10,11, and 12

Course Fee: $

The Fashion Industry is a complex and exciting world. The course exposes students to the many facets of the fashion industry and introduces them to the real world of fashion. This course includes information and ideas about textile production and design, fashion development and research, textile marketing and merchandising, garment and accessory design, marketing and merchandising, retail marketing and merchandising, and explores current design technologies being used in the fashion industry. The processes that fashion undergoes to get from concept to consumer are analyzed and discussed.

HHS Only

DOE: 5352 & 5460

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

Prerequisite/s: Introduction to Housing and Interior Design. Grade Levels 10,11 or 12

Course Fee: $

The field of Interior Design encompasses a unique blend of art and science. The goal of this course is to assist the student in understanding and achieving the designer's goal. This goal is to analyze the needs and desires of the client, and then through synthesis of the information, create a healthful and safe environment that enhances the quality of life for the client. The course topics include the profession of Interior Design, historical influences on careers related to interior design, design fundamentals, building systems, residential and commercial space planning, furnishings, fabrics, background elements, architecture, furniture and accessories, and exploration of current technologies being used in the Interior Design Field.

DOE: 5366

Credit/s: 1-2

Semester/s: 1-2

Prerequisite/s: Interpersonal Relationships

Grade Levels: Suggested for 10th grade and up

Human Development and Family Wellness addresses development and wellness of individuals and families throughout the life cycle. One semester focuses on the family. Topics include human development and wellness theories, principles and practices; roles, responsibilities, and functions of families and family members throughout the life cycle; individual and family wellness planning; prevention and management of illnesses and disease; impacts of diverse perspectives, needs, and characteristics on human development and family wellness; gerontology and intergenerational aspects including adult caregiving; contemporary family issues, including ethics, human worth and dignity, change, stress, and family crisis-abuse-violence; physical, mental and emotional health services, including substance use/abuse and eating disorders; managing the family's health-related resources; community services; agencies and resources; and exploration of human and family services careers.

DOE: 5364

Credit/s: 1

Semester/s: 1

This course addresses the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviors all students need to participate in positive, caring, and respectful relationships in the family and with individuals in school, the community, and the workplace. Topics include components of healthy relationships, roles and responsibilities in relationships; functions and expectations of relationships; ethics in relationships; factors that impact relationships (e.g., power, conflicting interests, peer pressure, life events); establishing and maintaining relationships; building self-esteem and self-image through healthy relationships; communications styles; techniques for effective communication, leadership and teamwork; individual and group goals, and decision making; preventing and managing stress and conflict; addressing violence and abuse; and related resources.

DOE: 7173

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite/s: Advanced Nutrition and Wellness I and II or Nutrition and Wellness

Course Fee: $

Principles of Culinary and Hospitality is designed to develop an understanding of the hospitality industry and career opportunities and responsibilities in the food service and lodging industry. Introduces procedures for decision making which affects operation management, products, labor, and revenue. Additionally, students will learn the fundamentals of food preparation, basic principles of sanitation, service procedures, and safety practices in the food service industry including proper operation techniques for equipment.

DOE: 5380

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

Course Fee: $

Fashion and Textiles Foundations addresses knowledge and skills related to design, production, acquisition, and distribution in the textiles and fashions arenas. Topics that may be addressed include exploration of the textiles and fashion industries; elements of science and design in apparel and textiles; textiles principles and applications; social, psychological, and environmental aspects of clothing and textiles selection; clothing for people with special needs; critical thinking applied to consumer options for fashion, textiles, and related equipment and tools; care and maintenance of textile products, equipment and tools; technology; construction and alterations skills; contemporary as well as global issues.

DOE: 5350

Credit/s: 2

Semester/s: 2

Course Fee: $

Housing and Interiors addresses selecting and planning living environments to meet the needs and wants of individuals and families throughout the family life cycle, considering a broad range of economic, social, cultural, technological, environmental, maintenance, and aesthetic factors. Topics addressed include elements and principles of design related to interiors, housing, and architecture; blueprinting and floor planning skills; creating functional, safe and aesthetically pleasing spaces; environmental and energy issues; impacts of technology; housing to meet special needs; furniture and appliances, including historical aspects and contemporary trends; kitchen design; evaluating housing styles, locations, zones, restrictions, and ownership options; managing resources to provide shelter for individuals and families, including financing options, tax consideration; contemporary housing issues, including homelessness; exploration of housing/interior-related careers.

DOE: 5394

Credit/s: 1

Semester/s: 1

Grade Levels: Required for graduation within TSC

This is a required course providing skills necessary for successful job/career decision-making. This course addresses the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviors all students need to live successfully in today's world. The focus of the course is on the impact of today's choices on tomorrow's possibilities. Project based topics to be addressed include higher order thinking, communication, leadership, and management processes; exploration of planning for the future; planning and building employability skills including the development of a portfolio and a job shadowing experience; transferring school skills to life and work; decision-making and organizational skills including the development of a four year Career/Educational Plan; and managing personal resources.