Advising and Registration Help
Advising is a cornerstone of student success in the Family and Consumer Sciences Education program at the University of Central Arkansas. Each student receives individualized academic advising from faculty who are deeply invested in their growth and professional goals. Our advisors guide students through course selection, licensure requirements, field experience planning, and career preparation. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive environment where students feel known, encouraged, and confident as they progress through the program and prepare for impactful careers as educators. Mrs. Leila Dickinson is our Nutrition and Family Sciences advisor who is eager to assist you in planning your academic journey.
Advising Link: https://uca.edu/nfs/facultystaff/4554/
Licensure and Certification Process
Arkansas Department of Education: https://aels.ade.arkansas.gov/main.htm
UCA Licensure Link: https://uca.edu/ocs/initial-licensure-programs/
Arkansas Department of Education Family and Consumer Sciences
Family and Consumer Science Pathways: https://dcte.ade.arkansas.gov/Page/Pathways#CTEProgramsofStudy
Scholarships and Financial Aid
UCA Financial Aid Link: https://uca.edu/financialaid/
NFS Scholarship Link: https://uca.edu/nfs/scholarships/
Student Organizations
AAFCS: https://uca.edu/nfs/student-organizations/aafcs/
SDA: https://uca.edu/nfs/student-organizations/sda/
PHI U: https://uca.edu/nfs/student-organizations/phiu/
OTHER RECOGNIZED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS: https://uca.edu/rso/
Career Resources
UCA Career Services Link: https://uca.edu/career/
Mental Health & Wellness Support
UCA Student Health Link: https://uca.edu/studenthealth/
UCA Counseling Center Link: https://uca.edu/counseling/