Alignment to National Initiatives

The domains/topics and competencies addressed in each assessment and certification included in the Pre-PAC Portfolio are driven by industry expectations and standards. In addition, they are based on relevant content standards and consistent with the National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences Education.  The Pre-PAC products align to the National Career Clusters Framework and Career Ready Practices.

To identify how the Pre-PAC products align with these initiatives, download the appropriate matrices below:

Alignment Matrix to the National FCS Standards (PDF) - Linked Above

• Broad Field Family and Consumer Sciences
• Culinary Arts
• Early Childhood Education
• Education Fundamentals
• Family and Community Services
• Fashion, Textiles, and Apparel
• Food Science Fundamentals
• Housing and Furnishings
• Interior Design Fundamentals
• Leadership Essentials
• Nutrition, Food, and Wellness
• Personal and Family Finance