M.Ed. in Family & Consumer Sciences Education
The online M.Ed. in Family and Consumer Sciences Education prepares students to plan curriculum for teaching, create a physical and psychological environment for learning, engage students in the learning process, examine the relationship of diverse groups and the educational process, analyze the historical and philosophical underpinnings of family and consumer sciences, assume professional responsibilities, and apply research to practice.
The online Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Family and Consumer Sciences Education program is designed for individuals who have a bachelor's degree in a family and consumer sciences (FACS) content specialization or a related area, and are seeking initial teaching certification/licensure in family and consumer sciences. The program will offer the pedagogy (professional development) courses needed for certification/licensure. Depending on the individual’s bachelor’s degree, there will most likely be several content courses that will need to be taken as well to meet licensing requirements. Licensing also involves state mandated tests. Student teaching is included in this program. Teacher certification/licensure standards vary by state, and students must meet all the requirements in the state in which they wish to become certified. These may include additional courses in the teaching specialization, testing, and other requirements. Prior to admission, students will be required to develop a certification plan based on the standards of the state in which they want to be certified.
To qualify for the master's degree, students must be admitted to the program, take the necessary course work, and meet the master's degree requirements of NDSU. The program is a 36-41 credit hour program.
Family and Consumer Science Education Brochure.pdf
Sample Plan of Study
Required Core Courses:
- H&CE 682P Methods of Teaching Family & Consumer Science (taken concurrently with a practicum) (3 CREDITS)
- H&CE 740 Vocational Philosophy & Policy (3 CREDITS)
- H&CE 772 Curriculum Development in Family & Consumer Science (taken concurrently with a practicum) (3 CREDITS)
- H&CE 773 Occupational Programs in FCS (3 CREDITS)
- H&CE 774 Teaching FCS with Technology (2 CREDITS)
- H&CE 790 Graduate Seminar: Education in a Pluralistic Society (3 CREDITS)
- EDUC 689 Native American & Multicultural Instructional Practices (3 CREDITS)
- EDUC 751 Students and Their Learning (3 CREDITS)
- EDUC 755 Exceptional Learners in the Secondary School Classroom (3 CREDITS)
- EDUC 775 Content Area Reading (2 CREDITS)
Elective Courses:
- H&CE 667 Advising Family, Career & Community Leaders of America (3 CREDITS)
- H&CE 790 Graduate Seminar: Administration of FCS Education Programs (3 CREDITS)
- H&CE 790 Graduate Seminar: Evaluation & Assessment in FCS Education Programs (3 CREDITS)
- EDUC 790 Graduate Seminar: Supervision of Student Teachers (3 CREDITS)
Additional Courses:
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H&CE 794 Practica (two from 1-3 credits each)
Note: Practica are concurrent with FCS Methods I & II - H&CE 687P Student Teaching (6-9 CREDITS)
- Project, Thesis, or Research Class
Total Credits: 36
Graduate Faculty
For information about graduate faculty for this program as well as their current research interests, visit the M.Ed. in Family and Consumer Sciences Education bulletin page.
Admission Information
Apply for admission
For current admission requirements, visit the M.Ed. in Family and Consumer Sciences Education bulletin page.
TUITION AND FEES
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Contact Information
NDSU School of Education
Phone:701-231-7921
Email: Mari.Borr@ndsu.edu
Web: http://www.ndsu.edu/education/
NDSU Distance & Continuing Education
Phone: 1-800-726-1724 or 701-231-7015
Email: ndsu.dce@ndsu.edu
NDSU Graduate School
Phone: 701-231-7033
Email: ndsu.grad.school@ndsu.edu
Web: www.ndsu.edu/prospective/students/