Membership Benefits

Annual Conference

Members receive a significant discount below the non-member registration cost for the AAFCS Annual Conference.

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Virtual Professional Modules

All VPD Modules include access to on demand video presentation, supplemental materials and instructional resources and a certificate for professional development.

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Ongoing Education

Members receive access to a wealth of education and resources to stay on the leading edge of their career like virtual professional development modules, webinars, JFCS in Action resources, and more! 

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Affiliate Membership

As a member, you are automatically enrolled in and receive all the benefits of your affiliate. 

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Online Directories

Connect to other members through the online membership directory accessible exclusively to AAFCS members. Additional online directories include AAFCS Certification Connection, FCS Research Connection, and Graduate Program Directory.

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FCS Career Spotlight

AAFCS recognizes the important role of career exploration and encouraging individuals to pursue careers in the field of family and consumer sciences. 

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FCS Career Connection

Whether you’re searching for a new job or great talent, our online career center is the place to achieve your employment goals.

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Leadership Opportunities

Develop valuable leadership skills through involvement in your affiliate, our Leadership Academy, or other National membership activities.

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Leadership Summit

Our annual Leadership Summit provides FCS professionals with leadership development skills that can be taken back to the workplace, classroom, and department. 

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Share your Expertise

Members can lead Virtual Professional Developments, webinars, and speak at Annual Conference and Leadership Summit to share knowledge with students and peers. Reach out to discover the best fit for you! 

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AAFCS Member Open Forum

Share resources, connect, and learn from other AAFCS members. Available exclusively to members and through your MyAAFCS login in credentials.

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Online Forums for Professional Communities

Connect and network through a variety of forums and communities. Available exclusively to members and through your MyAAFCS login in credentials.

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Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences

Access to online issues is included with your membership! Published four times a year, this peer-reviewed journal features scholarly articles, trends, issues, and practical information to help you in your career. Read the current issue HERE! Available in an easy to read format!

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JFCS in Action

For each issue of the Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences, members are provided with supplemental resources to pursue further thought and/or action on selected topics from the issue. All resources can support additional dialogue within your classroom and professional setting. 

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Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal

AAFCS members may subscribe at the Members-Only rate of $45 (Regular Price $144) to the quarterly Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal (FCSRJ) and enjoy peer-reviewed university research on a variety of topics. Want to see more? You can browse the issues and titles, here.

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Awards & Grants

Members have access to apply for a variety of awards that showcase and exemplify their work in the Family and Consumer Sciences field. Distinguished Service Award, Leader Award and New Achiever Award, National Teacher of the Year, Scholarships and Fellowships. Some recognition includes monetary awards.

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Professional Assessments & Certification

AAFCS offers four professional competency exams and corresponding certifications in Family and Consumer Sciences. As an AAFCS member, you’ll save $100 on your certification fee. And, if you’re not yet a member, be sure to ask about the Initial Certification Fee & AAFCS Membership Package.

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University Program Accreditation

AAFCS is the sole accreditation agent in the United States for educational institutions and units offering programs in family and consumer sciences in higher education.

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AAFCS MATTERS!

AAFCS sends out a bi-weekly newsletter, AAFCS Matters!, which contains news and updates on the association and the FCS profession to all affiliated members.

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Insurance, ID Theft Protection & Legal Service Plans 

Members can participate in a wide array of plans available through AAFCS' partnership with Forrest T. Jones, including student educator liability insurance ($25/year for $1 million in coverage), professional liability insurance (starting at $99/year for $1 million in coverage), auto insurance, health insurance, long-term care insurance, and much more.

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