Family & Consumer Science
These courses may satisfy Career Technology Education and/or General Elective requirements.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT I
AAF-3040
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 9-12
State Approved CTE course and meets SD High School graduation requirement. This course may articulate for credit to the South Dakota Public Technical Schools.
Students following the Human Services Pathway are encouraged to complete this course.
Students will explore human development from conception to age three and develop a greater understanding of choices related to human sexuality, caregiving, and parenting. Students will have the opportunity to care for an infant simulator to learn the responsibilities and challenges of parenting.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT II
AAF-3050
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Child Development I, Open to grade 10-12
State Approved CTE course and meets SD High School graduation requirement. This course may articulate for credit to the South Dakota Public Technical Schools. Students following the Human Services Pathway are encouraged to complete this course.
This course will focus on professional practices related to working with young children. Students will implement an on-site playschool using age appropriate sensory experiences, communication skills, discipline techniques, toy and educational mediums, and health/safety practices.
SINGLE SURVIVAL
AAF-3140
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 11-12
State Approved CTE course and meets SD High School graduation requirement. This course may articulate for credit to the South Dakota Public Technical Schools.
Single Survival is designed to prepare the student for life after high school. This course will assist students in meeting the challenges of balancing family, work, and community responsibilities as an adult. This class includes: careers, transportation, clothing, healthy living, insurance, finances, and housing options.
GENERAL FOODS
AAF-3090
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 9-12
State Approved CTE course and meets SD High School graduation requirement. Students following the Hospitality and Tourism Pathway are encouraged to complete this course.
Students will study food preparation techniques, safety and sanitation standards, and life-long nutrition through participation in a variety of projects and food laboratory experiences.
ADVANCED FOODS
AAF-3080
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 9-12
State Approved CTE course and meets SD High School graduation requirement. Students following the Hospitality and Tourism Pathway are encouraged to complete this course.
Students will prepare a variety of advanced cuisine with a special focus on regional and international food preparation techniques and skills. They will utilize advanced cooking techniques by participating in a variety of projects and food laboratory experiences.
CULINARY MANAGEMENT I (PROSTART 1)
CTT-3020
Length/Credit: One Semester, Two hour block, 1 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 10-12
Location: Offered at the CTE Academy only
Students will have the opportunity to earn possible scholarships and meet articulation agreements for numerous culinary schools across the country. Students will also have the opportunity to become ServSafe certified.
The ProStart Program is an industry-based program that prepares students for careers in the restaurant and foodservice industry. Students gain valuable skills through their academic, lab and workplace experiences, lab participation and guest chef demonstrations. ProStart I topics include: Food & Workplace Safety, Kitchen Equipment & Techniques, Stocks, Sauces, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches, Pizza, Serving Your Guests, Building a Successful Career, Management Essentials, and an Introduction to Baking.
CULINARY MANAGEMENT II (PROSTART 2)
CTT-3030
Length/Credit: One Semester, Two hour block, 1 credit
Prerequisite: ProStart 1, Open to grade 10-12
Location: Offered at the CTE Academy only
Students will have the opportunity to earn possible scholarships and meet articulation agreements for numerous culinary schools across the country. Students will also have the opportunity to compete at ProStart and SkillsUSA state competitions.
The ProStart Program is an industry-based program that prepares students for careers in the restaurant and foodservice industry. Students gain valuable skills through their academic, lab and workplace experiences, lab participation in addition to guest chef demonstrations. ProStart II topics include: Breakfast Cookery, Meat, Poultry, Seafood, Desserts & Baked Goods, Nutrition, Marketing, and Restaurant Management Essentials.
BAKING & PASTRIES
CTT-3040
Length/Credit: One Semester, Two hour block, 1 credit
Prerequisite: Open to grade 10-12
Location: Offered at the CTE Academy only
Students will have the opportunity to compete in SkillsUSA Commercial Baking competition. Students will also have the opportunity to become certified ServSafe Foodhandlers.
Students will gain the fundamental skills necessary to work in a commercial bakery as well as skills needed to help them become proficient home bakers while enrolled in Baking and Pastry class. Students will gain valuable knowledge about this career field through class work and hands-on lab based training. Students will also have the opportunity to learn from industry professionals through demonstrations, field experiences, and guest speakers. Area studies will include breads, pies, cakes, pastries, cookies and much more.
FASHION DESIGN
AAF-3210
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Open to grade 9-12
Students following the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications Pathway are encouraged to complete this course.
This course allows students the opportunity to apply elements and principles of design to fashion. Students will produce illustrations of fashion design, research fashion trends, and examine career opportunities. Students have the opportunity to create a variety of products using basic sewing skills.
INTERIOR DESIGN
AAF-3240
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 9-12
Students following the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications Pathway are encouraged to complete this course.
This course will focus on housing styles, and principles and elements of design. Students will apply basic space planning concepts, and furnishing and housing needs within set parameters. They will also explore career opportunities within the field of Interior Design.