Study Guide

Field 009: Family and Consumer Sciences 
Test Design and Framework

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The test design below describes general assessment information. The framework that follows is a detailed outline that explains the knowledge and skills that this test measures.

Test Design

Test overview, including duration of test, number of questions, and passing score.
Format Computer-based test ( C B T )
Number of Questions 80 selected-response questions, 1 constructed-response assignment
Time* 4 hours
Passing Score 240

*Does not include 15-minute  C B T  tutorial

Test Framework

pie chart of subarea weighting, as described in the table below
test weighting by number of questions per subarea part 1 of 2.
subareas range of competencies approximate percentage of test
selected-response
roman numeral 1 human development 0001–0003 13 percent
roman numeral 2 food science, nutrition, and wellness 0004–0006 13 percent
roman numeral 3 consumer economics and personal resource management 0007–0008 12 percent
roman numeral 4 apparel, textiles, housing, and interior design 0009–0010 11 percent
roman numeral 5 hospitality, tourism, and recreation 0011–0012 11 percent
roman numeral 6 interpersonal and family relationships 0013–0015 12 percent
roman numeral 7 career and leadership skills 0016–0017 13 percent
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Test weighting by number of questions per subarea part 2 of 2.
subareas range of competencies approximate percentage of test
constructed-response
roman numeral 9 pedagogical content knowledge 0018 15 percent

 Subarea roman numeral 1–Human Development 

Competency 0001–Apply knowledge of characteristics and stages of infant and child development.

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Competency 0002–Apply knowledge of the physical care and safety of children.

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Competency 0003–Apply knowledge of characteristics and stages of adolescent development, adulthood, and the aging process.

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 Subarea roman numeral 2–Food Science, Nutrition, and Wellness 

Competency 0004–Apply knowledge of nutritional requirements and basic principles of food science and nutrition across the life span.

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Competency 0005–Apply knowledge of principles of kitchen and food safety and sanitation in home, commercial, and institutional kitchen settings.

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Competency 0006–Apply knowledge of food preparation and meal and menu planning in home, commercial, and institutional kitchen settings.

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 Subarea roman numeral 3–Consumer Economics and Personal Resource Management 

Competency 0007–Apply knowledge of consumer skills and resource management throughout the life span.

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Competency 0008–Apply knowledge of the basic principles of personal financial literacy.

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 Subarea roman numeral 4–Apparel, Textiles, Housing, and Interior Design 

Competency 0009–Apply knowledge of apparel assembly and design, fashion, and textiles.

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Competency 0010–Apply knowledge of housing and interior design.

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 Subarea roman numeral 5–Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation 

Competency 0011–Apply knowledge of concepts and skills required for careers within the hospitality and tourism industries.

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Competency 0012–Apply knowledge of skills and practices required for careers within the travel and lodging industries.

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 Subarea roman numeral 6–Interpersonal and Family Relationships 

Competency 0013–Apply knowledge of pregnancy and childbirth, parenthood, and the roles and responsibilities of parents/guardians.

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Competency 0014–Apply knowledge of families and family well-being.

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Competency 0015–Apply understanding of interpersonal relationships.

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 Subarea roman numeral 7–Career and Leadership Skills 

Competency 0016–Apply knowledge of career options related to family and consumer sciences and developing students' career and leadership skills.

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Competency 0017–Apply knowledge of processes and skills for seeking and retaining employment and developing employability and workplace skills, behaviors, and responsibilities.

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 Subarea roman numeral 8–Pedagogical Content Knowledge 

Competency 0018–Analyze lesson plans for family and consumer sciences, including student work or assessment data, and describe subsequent activities that address student needs that are evident from your analysis.

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