FCS Education Initial Teaching Certification


FCS Education Initial Teaching Certification Certificate

Prospective students who pursue initial teaching certification in the following endorsement areas are encouraged but not required to pursue a Master’s degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Education.

Application to this program

Required materials:

1. Graduate Studies Application
2. To be eligible to apply to the FCS Education Option A master's program, students must have taken the Praxis CORE. These scores are not used as admission criteria. Later, after admission, students who have not passed the full Praxis Core will need to follow steps as defined by the College of Education and Human Sciences.
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Personal Statement
5. Resume/CV
6. Three letters of recommendation

Ensure that at least one reference letter is academic (e.g., instructor, advisor) and any non-academic letters are professional (e.g., relevant employer)

START THE APPLICATION PROCESS AT GRADUATE STUDIES