The Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) Education Division helps to promote and enhance FACS education throughout the United States and cooperates with other Divisions to advance the purposes of ACTE.
The purpose of the FACS Division is to prepare students for family life, work life and careers in FACS by providing opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviors needed for:
strengthening the well-being of individuals and families across the life span
becoming responsible citizens and leaders in family, community and work settings
promoting optimal nutrition and wellness across the life span
managing resources to meet the material needs of individuals and families
balancing personal, home, family and work lives
using critical and creative thinking skills to address problems in diverse family, community and work environments
successful life management, employment and career development
functioning effectively as providers and consumers of goods and services
appreciating human worth and accepting responsibility for one's actions and success in family and work life
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