About UAFCS
The Utah Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (UAFCS) ia a state affiliate of the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). AAFCS was founded in 1909. UAFCS is a non-profit professional organization whose purpose is to improve the quality of individual and family life.
The AAFCS is the only national organization representing family and consumer sciences professionals across practice areas and content specializations.
Who Belongs to UAFCS
Members of the Utah Association of Family and Consumer Sciences represent a comprehensive cross section of the family and consumer sciences profession. Opportunities for involvement in the association occur at the national and state levels, as well as with colleagues in professional sections and subject-matter oriented divisions. Examples of career specialty areas in the professional sections and divisions include:
The AAFCS is the only national organization representing family and consumer sciences professionals across practice areas and content specializations.
Who Belongs to UAFCS
Members of the Utah Association of Family and Consumer Sciences represent a comprehensive cross section of the family and consumer sciences profession. Opportunities for involvement in the association occur at the national and state levels, as well as with colleagues in professional sections and subject-matter oriented divisions. Examples of career specialty areas in the professional sections and divisions include:
PROFESSIONAL SECTIONSColleges, Universities and Research
Teachers and administrators of family and consumer sciences programs in four-year institutions and community colleges. Researchers on college or university campuses who add to the knowledge base of family and consumer issues. Extension Cooperative Extension educators and administrators of family and consumer sciences related to family issues employed at the county, state, and federal levels. Business Family and consumer sciences professionals who work in the business sector to identify trends and integrate consumer needs into the design and marketing of consumer goods and services. Home and Community Community volunteers, full-time homemakers, free lance or part-time employees, and retired professionals who work to strengthen the profession within the community. Human Services Specialists in health care or human service, social work, and the legal profession who provide support to families and individuals in need. Elementary, Secondary, and Adult Education Encompasses a wide range of interests, from public/private school teachers to state vocational education office administrators. |
DIVISIONSEducation and Technology
Teachers in secondary schools and four-year institutions interested in curriculum development, methodology, planning and evaluation of family, consumer and vocational sciences programs Apparel and Textiles Teachers of textiles and clothing courses at the secondary and college level as well as professionals in the apparel industry. Family Economics & Resource Management Professionals interested in developing strategies for resource management. Family Relations & Human Development Professionals in the areas of human sexuality, gerontology, personal counseling and child care. Nutrition, Health and Food Management Professionals promoting nutrition and the quality management of food production, sanitation and safety. Housing & Environment Professionals working to develop materials and equipment designs to sustain healthy lifestyles. Affordable and secure housing for the elderly and disabled is a primary concern. |
