School of Human Ecology

Welcome to the School of Human Ecology!

Our purpose in Human Ecology is to prepare professionals to be effective agents for the well-being of children, families and communities.

Here, our rich historic traditions blend with current academics to prepare students for diverse careers.

Six Programs of Study are available:

• Child Life
• Family and Consumer Sciences Education
• Human Development and Family Science
• Nutrition and Dietetics

• Architecture and Interior Design
• Fashion Merchandising and Design

The faculty and staff encourage you to explore our website. If you would like an individualized advising appointment, please visit our Student Success Center.

  • Career Opportunities in Human Ecology

    TN Tech Human Ecology graduates work in a variety of places. Some examples are:

    Human Development and Family Science/Family Relations:
    • Foster and Adoption Facilitator
    • Child Care Center Director
    • Children Services Agent

    Child Life:
    • Child Life Specialist

    Nutrition and Dietetics:
    • Eligibility to apply to Dietetic Internship to become Registered Dietitian
    • Community Nutrition/Fitness and Wellness

    Family and Consumer Sciences Education:
    • Vocational or Occupational FCS Teacher
    • Department of Human Services/Children's Service

    Architecture and Interior Design:
    • Residential Design Planner/Consultant
    • Housing and Furnishings Specialist
    • Sales Representative/Real Estate Agent

    Fashion Merchandising and Design:
    • Clothing and Textiles Specialist
    • Fashion Designer
    • Merchandise Buyer/Sales Representative/Retail Manager

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Design Study Tour of NYC

Students learning about sustainable textile development at Kvadrat New York.
Students learning about sustainable textile development at Kvadrat New York
Learning about the history of the Brooklyn Bridge.
Learning about the history of the Brooklyn Bridge on a rainy Saturday afternoon
Touring the famous Garment District of New York City with Mike Kaback.
Touring the famous Garment District of New York City with Mike Kaback, a well-respected member of the NYC fashion industry (and lifelong local!)
Sitting on the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Sitting on the steps of The Metropolitan Museum of Art before our self-guided tour of centuries of art and design history
Students on the iconic interior staircase of the Met.
Students showing off their purchases from The Met on the iconic interior staircase
Two students attending a NY Yankees game during their free day.
Two students attending a NY Yankees game during their free day (and the Yankees won!)
On our final night, the Empire State Building was lit up purple and yellow!
On our final night in NYC, the Empire State Building was lit up purple and yellow - sending off Tennessee Tech from a wonderful visit to the city!

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