When you pass one of the assessments offered by the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS), you can earn the corresponding certification:
CFCS: Certified in Family and Consumer Sciences
CFCS-HDFS: Certified in Human Development and Family Studies
CFCS-HNFS: Certified in Hospitality, Nutrition, and Food Science
Developed by National Nutrition and Wellness Leaders.
Consistent with the national standards and competencies related to nutrition and wellness education.
Developed by National Financial Education Leaders.
Consistent with the U.S. Department of Treasury Financial Education Core Competencies and National Standards in K-12 Personal Finance Education created by the Jump$tart Coalitio
Open to educators across many disciplines and practice settings, including public and community education programs.
For more information on Certifications visit the AAFCS Website: