COURSE CODE: 8224

Family and Consumer Sciences - Preparation

SCED Code: 19901
Suggested Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Duration: 36 Weeks
Prerequisite: None
OSHA Compliance Required?: No
CTSO: FCCLA

This course provides students with life skills. Students will develop a life-management plan which includes Developing Career, Community, and Life Connections; Applying Problem-Solving Processes to Life Situations; Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships; Developing Strategies for Lifelong Career Planning; Developing a Financial Plan; Examining Components of Individual and Family Wellness; and Demonstrating Leadership within the Community. Critical thinking and practical problem solving are emphasized through relevant life applications.

Class Size Regulation

The Virginia Administrative Code regulates the class size for this course. For additional information, see 8VAC20-120-150, "Maximum class size," or contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education at cte@doe.virginia.gov.

Career Clusters

Pathway Occupation
Consumer Services
  • Consumer Advocate
Early Childhood Development and Services
  • Child Care Worker
  • Nanny
  • Teacher Assistant
Family and Community Services
  • Adult Day Care Coordinator
  • Personal and Home Care Aide
  • Volunteer Coordinator

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