Family and Consumer Sciences is the people-centered science, focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities live healthy successful lives through the provision of education, research, and technology.

Within Family and Consumer Sciences - Human Sciences  - Health and Human Sciences - Home Ecology - Home Economics - are all terms that have been used to refer to the discipline and sub-areas of the FCS discipline. By clicking on the images to your right, you will learn more about each term and its application within Family and Consumer Sciences.

"Family and Consumer Sciences: Overview of a 100-year-old industry sector," click here.

Additional information on FCS and the career pathways common to FCS professionals can be found here and here.

Additional information can be found in our digital resources, found here.

The Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Body of Knowledge establishes the intellectual and philosophical foundation for the field. The Body of Knowledge provides the framework through which FCS professionals communicate, research, and practice. Through an understanding and application of the Body of Knowledge, FCS professionals enhance individual and family well-being, expand community vitality, and address societal trends and issues.

Click here for an overview and explanation of the FCS Body of Knowledge.

*The FCS Body of Knowledge is currently undergoing revision and the AAFCS expects to publish an updated and enhanced Body of Knowledge in 2025, see the press release announcing the revision.

To learn more about the development and evolution of the FCS Body of Knowledge, check out the AAFCS E-Book - Family and Consumer Sciences Compendium Series: Volume 1, Body of Knowledge.

To learn more about the FCS brand usage, guidelines, and supporting materials, see our visit the Family & Consumer Sciences Brand page. You may also want to reference the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for additional information on AAFCS and FCS.