Human Sciences, B.S.: FCSE Specialized Teaching Certification in HNFS (Nutrition), Grades 8-12 / Family and Consumer Sciences Education, M.S. - Online
Lubbock, USA
BSc
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The programme combines a Bachelor of Science in Human Sciences with an FCSE specialized teaching certification in HNFS (Nutrition) for grades 8-12 and an online Master’s in Family and Consumer Sciences Education. It covers human development, family dynamics, and nutrition, and emphasizes practical teaching, curriculum planning, instructional strategies, leadership, flexible online study, and real-world teaching to meet state standards for secondary nutrition instruction.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work as secondary Family and Consumer Sciences teachers, nutrition teachers (grades 8-12), curriculum developers, instructional coordinators or coaches, or community nutrition educators and program specialists. They cover teaching, curriculum, leadership, and outreach.
This program is designed for students interested in teaching family and consumer sciences, specifically focusing on nutrition. The B.S. degree in Human Sciences helps students gain a solid foundation in human development, family dynamics, and nutrition. It prepares future teachers to work with students in grades 8-12, emphasizing practical teaching skills, curriculum development, and subject-specific knowledge. The program also includes a specialized certification that qualifies graduates to teach nutrition in secondary schools, ensuring they meet state standards and gain real-world teaching experience.
The online Master’s degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Education is aimed at those who want to deepen their expertise and advance their careers in teaching or related fields. It focuses on developing leadership skills, instructional strategies, and curriculum planning for secondary education. The program is structured to be flexible, allowing students to complete coursework remotely, which supports working professionals or those balancing other commitments. Both programs are designed with a student-centered approach, helping learners build confidence and competence in their teaching specialties while meeting the educational needs of diverse student populations.
