Family & Consumer Sciences - Teacher Education
- Overview
- Careers
- New Freshmen
- New Transfer
- Illinois State Students
- Human Development
- Parenting and Child Development
- Sewing
- Textile and Fashion
- Food, Nutrition, and Hospitality
- Interior Design
- Consumer Education
Why Study Family & Consumer Sciences - Teacher Education?
Related Skills
- Strong work ethic and professional manners
- Listen, interpret and communicate effectively
- Proven leadership skills
- Enjoy working with children, teens, and adults
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Effective instructor
- Ability to work individually and in a team
- Flexible and adaptive skills
Being Successful in the Field
- Stay informed of new developments and current trends in the field
- Gain experience through volunteering, internships, and part-time or summer jobs
- Develop competencies in a specific area of interest
- Involvement with the school environment and organizations
- Know your faculty
Related Fields
- Middle School Teacher
- Secondary School Teacher
- Education Administrator
- Extension | 4H work
- Entrepreneur
- Entry-level pathways FCS offers – child care, sewing, designing, cooking, etc
Career Industry Liaison
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renee Carrigan | 208 Bone Student Center | rdcarugl@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2200 |
Internship Coordinator
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clint Smith | Turner Hall 106 | cmsmit2@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-5011 |
Applying to Illinois State
Illinois State's preferred filing period for freshman students for the fall semester is September 1-November 15. Applying early is encouraged, as the University must limit enrollment due to space at the University and in specific majors/programs. Visit the Office of Admissions to apply today!
Plan of Study
This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.
Applying to Illinois State
Illinois State's preferred filing period for fall transfer students is September 1-January 15. For the spring semester, the preferred filing period is from April 1-August 1. You are encouraged to apply early in the preferred filing period for best consideration for admission into competitive majors. Visit the Office of Admissions to apply today!
Minimum GPA
2.50
Middle 50% GPA
2.70 - 3.34
Required Courses
None
Recommended Courses
To find the course equivalencies at an Illinois community college, please review our Course Articulation Guides.
- Human and Family Development (FCS 101)
- Educational Psychology (PSY 215)
- Fundamentals of Psychology (PSY 110 or 111)
- Fundamentals of Human Nutrition (FCS 102)
Academic Advising
| Name | Office | Phone | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Nelson | Turner Hall 106 | lcnels1@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2517 | All Prospective Students and Current Students Last Names A-F |
| Clint Smith | Turner Hall 106A | cmsmit2@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2517 | Current Students Last Names G-Z |
Minimum GPA
2.50
Middle 50% GPA
2.70 - 3.34
Plan of Study
This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.
Application Period
August 1 - September 21; January 1 - February 21; April 1 - May 21
Application Information
Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.
Academic Advising
| Name | Office | Phone | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Nelson | Turner Hall 106 | lcnels1@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2517 | All Prospective Students and Current Students Last Names A-F |
| Clint Smith | Turner Hall 106A | cmsmit2@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2517 | Current Students Last Names G-Z |