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Consumer Studies
Course work provides the concepts, skills and processes by which decisions about the use of resources are directed toward goal achievement. Financial and life management skills are emphasized.

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Certificate Associate in
Science
Associate in Science Degree
Consumer Resource Management
CoursesUnits
CONF 110, Personal Financial Management3
CONF 140, Textiles3
NUTR 150, Nutrition (City, Miramar)3
NUTR 160, Foods for a Healthful Lifestyle3
CHIL 101, Human Growth and Development3
FASH 125, Fashion Selection3
INTE 145, Contemporary Housing3
CONF 270, Work Experience1-4
Total Units = 22-25

San Diego Mesa College *Note: An associate degree is awarded by the San Diego Community College District colleges in recognition of completion of a minimum of 60 units of specified requirements. See the college catalog for details.

Recommended Electives: Consumer Studies 270, 290, 296; Child Development 141; Computer Business Technology 120; Psychology 101; Sociology 101; Fashion 190.