Career Pathways

Independent Living

Key Vocabulary

1. Independence freedom through responsibility. 2. Economics using personal resources wisely.

3. Consumer one who uses products.

4. Communication sending and receiving a message. 5. Social skills getting along with others.

Job Description
Help individuals and families:
Develop independence. Protect their rights. Solve problems. Get along with others. Communicate. Manage resources.

Career Pathways

Consumer Economics Services

Consumer Economist Financial Planner Credit Counselor

Family & Human Services

School Counselor/Psychologist Social Worker Adoption/Foster Care FACS Teacher

Independent Living Skills

Teamwork Independence

Positive Attitude Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Communication

Leadership

Ethics know and stand up for the right.

School Skills English, social studies, math, reading, etc.

Consumer Economics Services

Get the Facts:

During the next ten years, more personal financial advisors will be needed to help millions of workers who are ready to retire. Jobs for financial advisors are projected to grow over 41% over the next 10 years. Consumer Economic Service jobs are in high demand. Consumer Economic Service jobs are nontraditional for males.

Family & Human Services

Get the Facts:

Family and Community Service employees hold about 2.2 million jobs. Social Service jobs are one of the fastest growing jobs, especially those that work with the elderly. Family & Human Service jobs are in high demand. Family & Human Service jobs are nontraditional for males.

Related FACS classes

FACS Exploration Teen Living Adult Roles & Financial Literacy Life Management Entrepreneurship in FACS Student Internship

Example: Change to fit the classes available in your area.

FACS Classes You Can Take

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FACS Exploration (8th) Teen Living (9th) Financial Literacy (11-12) Adult Roles & Responsibilities (11-12)
Check out Academy of Finance at Kearns High and Banking & Finance at the GTI (Granite Technical Institute).