Family & Consumer Sciences

UT Extension Family and Consumer Sciences is the University of Tennessee at work in your community.

Our top professionals in every county use research-based education to help Tennesseans gain knowledge and develop confidence in making good decisions daily. Our success in helping consumers improve their well-being results in economic benefits for individuals, families, and communities. When you invest in UT Extension Family and Consumer Sciences, you’re investing in your community.

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Consumer Economics
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Teaching individuals and families skills for resource management and for building and protecting wealth over the life cycle.

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Community Health
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Empowering Tennesseans to manage their health and healthcare while living, working and learning in safe and healthy environments.
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Human Development
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Strengthening individuals and families through education to enhance their emotional, social, and personal development.
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Nutrition and Food Safety
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Promoting self-sufficiency for health by providing research-based nutrition and food safety education to consumers.

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Internal Resources
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Internal Resources Page for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agents.

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COVID-19 Information
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Provides updated information about COVID-19.
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TEAFCS
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Tennessee Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences member resources.
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Bringing it Home
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A weekly podcast focusing on all things related to home and family. The podcast tackles timely issues with research-based, real life solutions!