Home and Consumer Science

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+ Home and Consumer Science Master the three main strategies for a better home and family life now and in your future.

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Home and Consumer ScienceMaster the three main strategies for a better home and family life now and in your future.

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+Financial Control

When a household is built on a firm foundation of financial self-control, everything else will be better.

Financial control is gained through the disciplined use of a monthly budget or spending plan.

Computer software and smartphones are making budgeting easier. Learn to use these tools!

Know your income, your necessary monthly expenses, your fixed expenses and you are on your way!

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ManagementWhen you know how much you have for each budgeted category, it is time to look at management.

Resource management is about making your dollar stretch. If you budget $400 for groceries, good management skills will help you get the most value out of your dollar spent!

Time management is also vital to your well-being and success. Time is a fixed income; we all have the same number of hours in each day!

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Application

Put your PLAN into action with PRACTICAL know-how!

This is the part of Home and Consumer Science where you: cook meals (we all have to eat!), shop for quality clothes (everyone wears them!), mend and care for your clothes, look for bargains, protect your identity when shopping online, and even learn to sell items on Ebay!

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Make life better for yourself and someday your family.

Gain financial control and understanding.

Manage the resources you have to their maximum potential.

Apply your skills for a healthier and happier you!

Enjoy!