Family & Consumer Sciences in Colorado
Colorado's Family & Consumer Sciences pathway prepares students for careers in family education, nutrition, consumer services, and household management. Colorado's education and nonprofit sectors create opportunities.
Students develop knowledge of nutrition science, family dynamics, consumer decision-making, clothing and textiles, housing, and resource management. They gain hands-on experience through laboratory and community projects.
Graduates pursue roles in family education, nutrition, or continue studies in nutrition science or family science. Growing family support services create opportunities.
Family & Consumer Sciences at a Glance
3
Courses
6
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Colorado's family consumer sciences standards align with national standards and life skills development. Standards cover nutrition, family, and consumer education.
Students complete assessments through nutrition projects, meal planning, budgeting, and family engagement scenarios. Assessment includes understanding of family dynamics and consumer resources.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Nutrition and Food Science |
| Family and Consumer Resources |
| Life Skills and Professional Development |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Family Educator
Entry LevelSalary range: $52,190 - $80,410
Nutrition Educator
ExperiencedSalary range: $63,150 - $83,860
Community Health Educator
ExperiencedSalary range: $53,470 - $94,710
Program Director
ExperiencedSalary range: $86,660 - $188,290
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students work with community health organizations, nutrition programs, schools, nonprofits, and family service agencies throughout Colorado.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in HOSA-Future Health Professionals, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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